Oscar-Winning Director Alex Gibney Releases Explosive Trailer for New Documentary Critical of Elon Musk’s Business Empire

Ars Technica•Published: Sep 25, 2026 12:22 AM IST

A new documentary titled 'Elon Musk: Power, Rage and Possibility' has released its first trailer, offering a deep dive into the billionaire's controversial business practices. Elon Musk has publicly dismissed the project as a 'hit piece,' signaling his disapproval of the film's investigative approach.

The film is directed by Alex Gibney, known for his Academy Award-winning work on high-profile investigative documentaries.
The trailer highlights Musk's management style at companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and X, formerly known as Twitter.
Sources suggest the documentary features interviews with former employees and insiders who provide critical accounts of Musk's leadership.
The project aims to examine the intersection of Musk's massive wealth and his influence on global technology and politics.

The Context & Background

Gibney has spent years building a reputation for exposing corporate malfeasance and systemic corruption in his previous films. This project follows a long history of public tension between Musk and media figures who attempt to scrutinize his private and professional conduct.

Why it matters:This documentary highlights the growing tension between the world's most powerful tech moguls and the media outlets tasked with holding them accountable. For the public, it raises important questions about how much influence one individual should have over global infrastructure and public discourse.

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