# Universal will release Musk doc in theaters internationally

> Comcast's Universal confirms it's moving forward with Alex Gibney's critical Elon Musk documentary outside the US, despite reports of second thoughts.
- Title: Universal will release Musk doc in theaters internationally
- Summary: Comcast's Universal confirms it's moving forward with Alex Gibney's critical Elon Musk documentary outside the US, despite reports of second thoughts…
- Keywords: comcast, universal, elon musk, alex gibney, documentary, theatrical release, trump administration, bleecker street, jigsaw productions, media companies, business, technology
- Source: Business Insider — https://businessinsider.com/musk-documentary-universal-comcast-theaters-international-plans-2026-9
- Author: Peter Kafka
- Published: 2026-09-17T18:31:25.622+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: comcast, universal, elon musk, alex gibney, documentary, theatrical release, trump administration, bleecker street, jigsaw productions, media companies, business, technology
## Universal confirms international release
Comcast's Universal says it will release Alex Gibney's critical Elon Musk documentary in theaters outside the US, despite recent reports suggesting the company was reconsidering.

> The studio remains committed to releasing it in theaters internationally.
## Hollywood Reporter raised political concerns
The Hollywood Reporter reported that Universal was having second thoughts about the release because it was "politically sensitive for parts of the Trump administration."

> politically sensitive for parts of the Trump administration
## Gibney's film is highly critical
The nearly four-hour documentary portrays Musk in an unflattering light, featuring an AI-generated avatar trained on his interviews. Musk didn't cooperate with filmmaker Alex Gibney.
## US release already scheduled
Bleecker Street will distribute the documentary in US theaters starting October 9. Universal hasn't announced dates or details for its international rollout.
## Pattern of media concessions to Trump
The story echoes concerns from filmmakers behind "The Apprentice," a Trump biopic that faced similar resistance. That film was later nominated for two Oscars and is now available on streaming.
## Comcast faces Trump administration scrutiny
Comcast has been criticized by Trump for years and is being investigated by Trump's Federal Communications Commission over suspicions of promoting DEI.
## Key takeaway

Universal is releasing the Musk documentary internationally despite concerns about political sensitivity, though it's unclear when or where.