With over five decades of iconic popular music that includes several hit Broadway shows, one critically adored biographical feature film, and unforgettable duets with the likes of John Lennon, George Michael, Patti Labelle, and Britney Spears just to name a few, it’s a testament to his genius that legendary musician Elton John is still standing and eager to make new music. “I still love playing the piano,” John tells Deadline. “I’m waiting to get back in the studio. I can’t wait to release new stuff. I’m raring to go.”

The new documentary Elton John: Never Too Late, directed by R.J. Cutler and John’s husband David Furnish takes a deep dive into the highs and lows of the singer-songwriter’s multi-faceted career. Through never-before-seen footage, diaries and audio interviews for his memoir Me and animated sequences that depict John’s memories, the film follows his tumultuous formative years,...