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Perhaps one of the most famous advocates of Pan-Africanism,Bob Marleywas an influential singer who always promoted anti-violence and, above all else, love. Not everyone was as pleased with his cry for peace after he survived an assassination attempt in 1976, which wasreported by The New York Times, it was obvious that opposing groups wanted to stifle his message. But his determination could not be stopped, as he continued to play for his beliefs merely two days after being shot.
WithValentine’s Dayfast approaching, what would you do for love? Hopefully, nothing as serious as Marley went through, but in his honor, it seems only right tospend some time watching his newest biopicBob Marley: One Love. Don’t worry, be happy, because we have all the information you’ll need to decide when and where to see it, whether you go alone, or bring your valentine.
Bob Marley: One Love
A look at the life of legendary reggae musician Bob Marley.
When Is the Release of ‘Bob Marley: One Love’?
According to The Wailers,Bob Marley: One Lovehosted its premiere back in his hometown of Kingston, Jamaica on July 25, 2025, at Carib 5 Cinema. But for those of us who couldn’t make that trip to the Caribbean,the official release date forBob Marley: One Loveis February 14th, 2024.
Is ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ in Theaters?
Bob Marley: One Lovewill be released in theaters, competing for your heart on Valentine’s Day with the new Marvel featurette,Madame Web. If you and your date are struggling to choose which film to watch,why not make it a double feature?
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Watch the Trailer for ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
Paramount released a trailer for Bob Marley: One Love on its YouTube channel on June 10, 2025.
It opens withBob Marley, portrayed byKingsley Ben-Adir, playing an acoustic guitar by an open fire strumming a hit fromBob Marley and The Wailers,Redemption Song. When asked when he wrote the song, he responds: “All my life.” A thoughtful moment, as the song is very empowering and represents Marley’s cause, something that can’t really just be written down, but felt from within. The scene changes from his humble camp songs to a stage with a cheering crowd, then Marley in a music studio with his crew looking astonished that they’ve witnessed history in the making. No matter how many fans and celebrities Marley encounters, he remains humble, even stating at an event “I ain’t a superstar.” Through his message, he hopes to bring everyone together in peace, but to his surprise, he’s told that not everybody is on board with it.
When an armed gunman enters a house with Marley and his family, the smiling musician turns to an uncharacteristic frown. Shots are fired, and the wounded Marley walks next to a hospital gurney down the hallway. When the announcement is made over the radio about his assassination attempt, Marley appears in a car with his children, where he tells them “Don’t worry, about a thing.” With a montage, continuing the song that sends goosebumps down your arms, Marley continues to struggle with his message. Desperate to bring peace to the world, he never backed down, even in the face of violence, he’d stand arms spread, pointing to his heart. As his wife, Rita Marley (Lashana Lynch) tells him, “Sometimes the messenger has to become the message.”
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