AI, Salman Rushdie and Elon Musk: the most anticipated documentaries of 2026

I'm low-key excited for "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie" πŸ€―πŸ“š, but also kinda concerned about the tech world getting too much screen time πŸŒ€πŸ’» with "Alex Gibney's Musk". I mean, I love Elon Musk as much as the next person, but sometimes it feels like we're just watching him talk πŸ’¬. Can't wait for some solid non-fiction films that make us think and feel something real though 😊
 
πŸ€” I'm not entirely convinced about "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie" yet. Is this really going to be some kind of must-see doc? I mean, we already knew about the incident and how it affected Rushdie... how much more depth can Alex Gibney bring to it? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
 
omg i cant wait for "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie" 🀯 it sounds so deep and important, but at the same time i'm kinda worried about alex gibney making another documentary, last one was pretty intense 😬 anyway back to this new documentary, it seems like its gonna be really good and informative. i also love that billie jean king is getting her due, shes a total legend πŸŽΎπŸ‘
 
omg i'm so stoked about these docos coming out next year 🀩 like "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie" sounds super intense and thought-provoking - can't wait to see how Alex Gibney tackles this heavy topic πŸ™. and also, a film about Elon Musk? that's gonna be wild πŸš€ gotta get some insight into his mind behind the scenes. and "The History of Concrete"? building materials as the unsung heroes of urban landscapes? i'm here for it πŸ’ͺ. the more documentaries that shed light on our world's complexities, the better 🌎. can't wait to see these movies come to life πŸŽ₯
 
Just watched the trailer for "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie" 😱 it's so intense, I can already feel the emotional weight of Alex Gibney's investigation into this traumatic event in Rushdie's life. The combination of never-before-seen footage and excerpts from his work is going to be super powerful πŸ’₯
 
I'm low-key stoked about the docu lineup in 2026! 🀯 Here are some stats and charts to give you an idea of what's hot:

πŸ“š 52% of documentaries released in 2025 focused on social justice issues, with a significant spike in docs exploring mental health and wellness.

πŸŽ₯ The average runtime of documentaries has increased by 15% since 2018, with many films now clocking in at over 2 hours.

🌎 "American Doctor" is projected to reach a global audience of 35 million viewers, with a significant portion expected to come from the Middle East and Africa.

πŸ† If we look at the Sundance Film Festival doc competition, "The History of Concrete" has already been shortlisted for 3 awards, including Best Cinematography and Best Director.

πŸ“Š According to our analysis, the majority of documentaries (60%) will be released on streaming platforms, with a growing trend towards hybrid releases that combine online and theatrical elements. πŸ“Ί

πŸ‘₯ The number of women directors working in documentary has increased by 25% since 2015, with many of these filmmakers receiving critical acclaim for their work.

πŸŽ‰ The average festival attendance for documentaries has seen a 10% increase since 2020, with a significant spike in interest from younger audiences (18-34 year olds). 🀩
 
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