Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast (Classic Albums : Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast) 22 years old

A look at Iron Maiden's breakthrough 1982 album The Number of the Beast.

Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast

1982 was a momentous year for Iron Maiden. Following the addition of brilliant new vocalist Bruce Dickinson, their third album the number of the beast was released to universal acclaim from both critics and rock fans. The album topped the UK charts for 2 weeks, launched them into the US top 40 for the first time, and invaded the top 10 album charts worldwide achieving a plethora of gold and platinum awards. The number of the beast is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal albums of all time, including, along with demonic title track, such classic metal anthems as run to the hills, hallowed be thy name, the prisoner and children of the damned. This exclusive film tells the full and vibrant story behind the making of the album.

Credits

Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast Cast

Name Character
Steve Harris He was 45, now 68 years old as Bass
Bruce Dickinson He was 43, now 65 years old as Lead vocals
Dave Murray He was 42, now 65 years old as Guitar
Adrian Smith He was 44, now 67 years old as Guitar
Clive Burr He was 44, 56 years old when he died as Drums

Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast Crew

Name Department
Tim Kirkby as Director. He was 31 (now 54) years old Directing
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Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast (22 years)

A look at Iron Maiden's breakthrough 1982 album The Number of the Beast.

  • Release day: Tuesday, December 04, 2001
  • Runtime: 80 minutes