Alex Gibney's Musk Documentary Pulls From Theaters After Two Weeks A 225‑minute documentary about Elon Musk, directed by Alex Gibney, has been removed from most theaters after a brief two‑week run, amid controversy and potential political pressure. The film is expected to stream soon. The 225‑minute feature documentary directed by Alex Gibney, which chronicles the life and business empire of the world's richest man, has reportedly ended its theatrical run after only two weeks on screens. The film, which premiered in a limited four‑theater release in New York and Los Angeles on October 9, earned a respectable opening weekend gross of $68,900, with each screen averaging $17,225. The distributor, Bleeker Street Films, expanded the release to 472 screens on October 20, but the film has since been pulled from most venues. Industry analysts note that a 45‑day theatrical window is typical for most releases, with blockbusters sometimes extending to 90 days.Brief Theatrical Run And Screen RemovalA two‑week run is rare, but not unprecedented, especially for a film with a lengthy runtime that may have cannibalized its own profit potential. Reports from Showbiz411 claim the documentary is "gone from almost every theater in America," with only a handful of venues still showing it. The source cites Bleeker Street's website, which listed all 472 screens as playing the film on the day of the report, but no further details were provided.An unsourced claim on the same site suggested that online ticket purchasers were notified of cancellations without warning. A review of Fandango listings for selected theaters on October 23 found no showtimes for the film, corroborating the claim that it has been removed from most screens.The documentary has been embroiled in controversy, with Elon Musk labeling it a "psyop" and banning ads for it on X. Earlier this week, TikTok suspended the film's promotional ad account, which was managed by Outerlight Entertainment, a media investment firm backed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar. Omidyar's political affiliations and philanthropic activities have raised questions about potential conflicts of interest.HBO Airing Promised For DocumentaryWhile the exact reason for the film's removal remains unclear, speculation has focused on political pressure or a strategic decision to cut losses. The film's director, Alex Gibney, has stated that HBO has promised to air the documentary, a promise that may now be under scrutiny. For viewers who missed the theatrical run, the film is expected to become available on streaming platforms in the coming weeks.The nearly four‑hour runtime offers ample opportunity for viewers to pause and reflect, a feature that may appeal to those who appreciate long, in‑depth documentaries. The film's comprehensive exploration of its subject's life and business dealings has drawn praise from critics, though some viewers felt it did not provide new insights beyond what is already widely known.Despite the controversy and the abrupt end to its theatrical run, the documentary remains a significant cultural artifact that offers a detailed look at the life of one of the most influential figures in modern business. The film's future distribution plans, including potential HBO airing, remain to be confirmed, but it is likely to reach a wider audience through digital platforms in the near future.