The official trailer has arrived for the forthcoming Netflix documentary chronicling the life and career of musician Noah Kahan. This film previously celebrated its world premiere at the recent SXSW Film Festival.

The Road to Stardom and Creative Crossroads

Noah Kahan initially rose to prominence following the success of his breakout track, “Hurt Somebody.” The documentary captures a pivotal moment as the artist navigates global stardom following the massive success of his third studio album, Stick Season.

Synopsis of the Documentary

The film’s official synopsis describes Kahan standing at a crossroads as a career-defining chapter unfolds. It details how the album, born from the quiet of rural Vermont, achieved worldwide embrace.

The narrative follows Kahan as he begins work on his follow-up album while confronting the intense pressure associated with maintaining success. Over a year marked by sold-out tours and widespread acclaim, he returns to his Vermont origins and family.

Using his signature wit, Kahan searches for creative inspiration and a sense of home. He confronts deeply personal struggles that have left him feeling out of sync with himself during this whirlwind period.

Content Teased in the New Trailer

The newly released video footage highlights Kahan’s demanding life on tour subsequent to the success of Stick Season. It also offers a glimpse into his emotional process while writing his next project, reportedly titled “The Great Divide,” which draws him back to his Vermont roots.

Furthermore, the trailer includes moments shared with his family, capturing their reactions to songs written about them. Kahan is also expected to discuss the personal experiences that fueled the creation of his music.

Production Credits and Release Details

The documentary is helmed by director Nick Sweeney, who also served as the director of photography. He was joined in that role by Asher Brown, Noah Collier, and James Adolphus.

The creative team also featured Paul Little and Ana Veselic. The film secured the 24 Beats Per Second Audience Award following its world premiere at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival.

Key producers include Samantha Mustari, Dave Sirulnick, Stacey Reiss, Ryan Kroft, Vaughn Trudeau, Anna Keegan, David Blackman, Jeff Ludwig, and Devon Libran. Executive producers span a large team, including Drew Simmons, Ryan Langlois, and Michael Rapino.

The production companies involved are RadicalMedia, Live Nation Studios, Polygram Entertainment, and Federal Films. Netflix is slated to begin streaming the documentary on April 13, 2026.