Alex Gibney’s four-hour Elon Musk documentary offers an exhaustive look at the billionaire’s career

Director Alex Gibney, known for his investigative work on figures like Steve Jobs and companies like Theranos, has released a new four-hour documentary exploring the life and career of Elon Musk. The film provides a comprehensive narrative, tracing Musk’s trajectory from his early days as a dot-com millionaire to his current role as a polarizing figure in global business and politics. The documentary examines his various ventures and his recent efforts to reshape government departments. While the film is noted for being impressively thorough, critics suggest that its length and perspective may primarily appeal to those already familiar with or deeply invested in Musk’s story. By covering the evolution of his public persona and his influence on modern industry, Gibney attempts to contextualize the impact of one of the world's most scrutinized tech leaders.