How to watch Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story online – from anywhere

Run DMC in 1988
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Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story: Details

► US date and time: Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story available from Thursday, February 1.
• Watch on: — Peacock TV (US)
• Watch anywhere — Try ExpressVPN 100% risk free

An insightful new documentary series highlighting the rise and musical impact of legendary hip-hop outfit Run DMC is available to watch now. You can now check out the three-part programme titled Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story on TV and film streaming service Peacock TV in the US. 

The series is available to watch exclusively through Peacock TV in the US, and if you’re out of the country on holiday, you can still stream the series through a VPN.

Describing the series, Peacock say: “The Run DMC Story, produced by Believe Entertainment Group, is the never-been-told story of the most influential rap group in the history of music, Run DMC. 

"Joseph 'Rev Run' Simmons, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels and Jason 'Jam Master Jay' Mizell met on the streets of Hollis, Queens before these hip-hop legends would go on to legitimise a genre of music that critics labeled a fad. 

"Their influence on culture shattered racial barriers, making them international stars and fashion leaders of the ‘80s. 

"After a series of life-changing events and challenges, including the murder of their beloved DJ, Jam Master Jay, Rev Run, and DMC reunite to tell their story and celebrate the genre of music they established."

Other artists that feature in the series include Ice Cube, Beastie Boys, Ice-T, Chuck D and Tom Morello.

Speaking with Metal Hammer in 2010, Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda revealed Run DMC’s third album, 1986’s Raising Hell, changed his life. “I got it on vinyl when it first came out and my favourite track that I’d play over and over was It’s Tricky," he recalled. "That made me want to rap, for sure."

How to watch The Run-DMC Story in the US

Peacock TV

Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story premiered in the US on Thursday, February 1, and is now available to watch exclusively on Peacock TV.

If you're on holiday outside of the US and don't want to miss the broadcast, you can watch it live or on-demand with the help of a VPN. Find details below.

How to watch from anywhere

If you're currently outside the US on holiday or travelling with work and don't want to miss Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story, don't worry, as you'll still be able to watch with a VPN.

Virtual Private Networks are used to change the location of your IP address, enabling you to watch the three-part docu-series outside of the US. Express VPN is our service of choice and it's available with a 30-day trial.

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How to use a VPN

1. Install a VPN. As we've mentioned above, ExpressVPN is Louder's favourite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN. If you're currently in the UK on holiday and want to watch The Run DMC Story, just select 'US' from the list.

3. Turn the volume up and relax. You're all set to watch the three-part series exploring the rise of the hip-hop legends.

Can I watch in the UK or Australia?

At the moment, it doesn't look as if Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story has a release date in the UK or Australia. However, if you are a traveling outside of the US right now, don't forget that you can use a VPN to watch Peacock TV from anywhere.

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Scott has spent 35 years in newspapers, magazines and online as an editor, production editor, sub-editor, designer, writer and reviewer. Scott joined our news desk in the summer of 2014 before moving to the e-commerce team in 2020. Scott keeps Louder’s buyer’s guides up to date, writes about the best deals for music fans, keeps on top of the latest tech releases and reviews headphones, speakers, earplugs and more. Over the last 10 years, Scott has written more than 11,000 articles across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog. He's previously written for publications including IGN, the Sunday Mirror, Daily Record and The Herald newspapers, covering everything from daily news and weekly features, to tech reviews, video games, travel and whisky. Scott's favourite bands are Fields Of The Nephilim, The Cure, New Model Army, All About Eve, The Mission, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, Marillion and Rush.