Musk
The definitive story of the world's richest man.
An incisive look behind the legend of Elon Musk, the world’s most heralded 'inventor-entrepreneur' who has enormous influence on the world in which we all live.
Directed by Alex Gibney · Documentary · 235 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Alex Gibney
Writer
Alex Gibney, Michael J. Palmer
Studio
Jigsaw Productions / Closer Media
Release
2026-10-09
Runtime
235 min
Genres
Documentary
Full Plot
A documentary about entrepreneur Elon Musk explores his life and career in an unvarnished look. The film features interviews with individuals who have interacted with Musk, including his ex-wife Justine Musk and journalists Kara Swisher and Zoë Schiffer. Engineers Martin Eberhard and Geoffrey Hinton also share their experiences with Musk.
Cast & Characters
Self (archive footage)
Elon Musk
Self
Justine Musk
Self
Ashley St. Clair
Self
Kara Swisher
Self
Martin Eberhard
Self
Zoë Schiffer
Did You Know?
Alex Gibney started work on the documentary many months into production.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-15
David Byrne wrote and performed a song for the documentary, co-written with Daniel Pemberton.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-15
The song contains quotes from Elon Musk himself.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-15
Universal Pictures acquired international distribution rights in October 2023.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-15
Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of September 16, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is Musk?+
Musk has a runtime of 235 min.
Who directed Musk?+
Musk was directed by Alex Gibney.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The public reaction is mixed, with some being entertained by the trailer and intrigued by Elon Musk's involvement. A few viewers find humor in Musk's comments about not needing to watch the movie, while others appear skeptical about his involvement. Some also express admiration for the potential "Streisand Effect," which they believe could play out in this story.
From the trailer's comments
I came here to watch this because Elon said I should not. lol
@JodiLocksZone · 1840 likesThe more Elon dismisses it the more intrigued I am
@Melania815 · 103 likes"Jeffrey, when can I come to your island?"
@Nathan-Croft · 2451 likesNo tech mogul can fight the Streisand Effect. Love that for him 😂
@MoonSnail75 · 712 likesI'm here to greet Barbara Streisand.
@codem1stake · 1036 likesIf Ian Fleming wrote this character, his editor would have said, no way. That much power in that person? Too unbelievable.
@mattrhames · 736 likesThat's hilarious. Musk : Gibney is a douche. Gibney : Douché
@JohnKim-u2p · 985 likesCaptain Ketamine is bonkers.
@stusheridan123 · 453 likes
