Instagram/Jon Bon Jovi & Richie Sam Music From Jersey bars to global fame. The official Bon Jovi biopic, with full band support, chronicles their epic rise to rock legends. March 15, 2026 AceShowbiz - One of the rock bands of the 1980s, Bon Jovi, is set to have its story told on the big screen through a new biopic developed by Universal Pictures. The project will chronicle the early years of the band, capturing their journey from humble origins in Sayreville, New Jersey, to worldwide stardom.