Before flying into space, businessman Richard Branson reflects on his early life, from his mother’s influence to the creation of Virgin.

Branson’s efforts to attract media attention to his new venture, Virgin Atlantic, find him attempting a series of death-defying stunts.

While Virgin Atlantic battles with a rival, Branson continues to pursue world records for his companies…and sets his sights on space travel.

Virgin Galactic’s tumultuous history is examined as Branson prepares for the company’s first passenger flight in July 2021.