Watch: 'Anchor Me: The Don McGlashan Story' documentary trailer

This summer, discover the backstory to the songs that shaped generations.

Following sold-out sessions at the New Zealand International Film Festival, the inspiring new documentary Anchor Me: The Don McGlashan Story will release in cinemas nationwide on January 15, 2026.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Shirley Horrocks, the film offers an intimate look at one of New Zealand’s most beloved and influential songwriters. From Blam Blam Blam to The Mutton Birds, and The Front Lawn, Don McGlashan’s music has shaped the soundtrack of Kiwi life for over four decades.

Watch the trailer below.

Featuring hits like Anchor Me, Dominion Road, Bathe in the River, and There is No Depression in NZ, the documentary blends unforgettable songs with behind-the-scenes stories, personal reflections, and laugh-out-loud moments. It also includes insights from friends and collaborators such as Neil Finn and Toa Fraser.

Whether you grew up with his music or are discovering it for the first time, Anchor Me is a Feel Good, down-to-earth celebration of an artist whose songs have provided the soundtrack to a nation - and whose journey continues to inspire.

Anchor Me: The Don McGlashan Story opens in cinemas across Aotearoa on January 15, 2026.