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Universal Still Plans Overseas Release for Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’ Documentary Despite Mogul’s Legal Threats

Contrary to a recent report, Universal is moving forward as planned with the international release of Alex Gibney’s Elon Musk documentary “Musk,” sources familiar with the project told Variety. Though a release date has not yet been set for the overseas rollout, that’s not unusual for a film like “Musk,” a nearly 4-hour long documentary […]

Universal Still Plans Overseas Release for Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’ Documentary Despite Mogul’s Legal Threats

Universal is moving forward with the international release of Alex Gibney's documentary about Elon Musk, despite reports that it was backing away. According to Variety and TheWrap, sources close to the project confirm that plans for an overseas rollout have not changed.

The documentary, which is nearly four hours long, has not yet been given a release date for international markets. Universal acquired the film for overseas release in 2023, paying millions for the rights.

The Hollywood Reporter notes that the studio had been quiet about distribution plans, leading filmmakers to prepare for the possibility that it might be dropped. However, Universal insists that it remains committed to releasing the film internationally.

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