Ben Stiller confirms New York Knicks documentary with A24 for HBO
Synopsis
Ben Stiller has confirmed he is making an authorised documentary about the New York Knicks for HBO, in partnership with A24 and MSG — covering all eras of the franchise, not just their historic first championship in 53 years. With A24's prestige pedigree and HBO's global reach, this is the most ambitious Knicks film ever attempted, and Stiller says it's a dream come true.
Key Takeaways
Ben Stiller confirmed he is directing a New York Knicks documentary for HBO , produced with A24 , MSG , and the NBA .
The announcement was made on 18 June on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart 's The Roommates Show podcast.
The film will cover all eras of the Knicks, not only their first NBA championship in 53 years .
Production has already begun and will continue through the 2025-26 NBA season , with a completion timeline of roughly one year .
Stiller, 60 , described the project as 'a dream project' that 'a lot of people have wanted to make happen for a long time.'
Hollywood actor and lifelong New York Knicks fan Ben Stiller has officially confirmed he is directing a feature-length sports documentary about the New York Knicks for HBO, produced in partnership with A24, Madison Square Garden (MSG), and the NBA. The announcement, made on 18 June, puts to rest speculation about why the 60-year-old filmmaker had been seen filming on his phone while seated courtside during the NBA Finals.
The Announcement
Stiller revealed the project on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart's podcast The Roommates Show, describing it as a long-cherished ambition finally coming to fruition. 'I'm really excited to announce that we are officially making a documentary about the New York Knicks for HBO. And doing it with A24 and official cooperation of MSG. And NBA,' he said. The collaboration marks a rare convergence of prestige filmmaking — A24 is widely regarded as one of Hollywood's most acclaimed production houses — with a major sports franchise.
Scope and Focus
The documentary will not be limited to the Knicks' recent on-court renaissance, which culminated in the franchise's first NBA championship in 53 years. Stiller indicated the film will span multiple eras of the storied franchise. 'It's kind of gonna be about all eras of the Knicks, and this team obviously, there's a culmination here, of something that's been going on for a long time,' he said. He added that production had quietly begun 'a little bit before the playoff run,' with additional shooting planned through the upcoming season.
Timeline and Access
Stiller confirmed that work on the project will continue over the next year, with interviews with players and staff still to be conducted. 'We're going to probably be shooting a little bit more during next season, and I'm going to hit you guys up for some interviews. It's going to be over the next year that we'll be working on it,' he said. He credited the full cooperation of MSG and the NBA as critical to making the film possible, noting that 'a lot of people have wanted to make it happen for a long time.'
Why It Matters
The project arrives at a historically significant moment for the Knicks, whose championship win ended a 53-year title drought — one of the longest in major North American professional sport. Documentaries backed by A24, such as its acclaimed non-fiction output, carry significant awards-season weight, and an HBO platform ensures a global audience. This is the first major authorised documentary about the Knicks in the streaming era, giving it both cultural and commercial significance for the franchise and its fanbase. Stiller, who has been a courtside fixture at Madison Square Garden for decades, called it 'a dream project.'
What Comes Next
No official release date has been confirmed. Production is expected to run through the 2025-26 NBA season, with the finished film likely arriving on HBO in late 2026 at the earliest. The involvement of A24 suggests a cinematic theatrical release could also be on the table alongside the HBO premiere.
Point of View
But Stiller's stated intention to cover 'all eras' is the more interesting editorial choice: it means confronting decades of dysfunction, draft misses, and false dawns that preceded this season. Whether A24's documentary sensibility allows for that unflinching look, or whether MSG's 'official cooperation' quietly softens the edges, will determine if this becomes a genuinely great sports film or a well-produced victory lap.
NationPress
4 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Stiller's New York Knicks documentary?
It is an authorised feature documentary about the New York Knicks being directed by Ben Stiller for HBO, produced in partnership with A24, Madison Square Garden, and the NBA. The film will cover multiple eras of the franchise, including their first NBA championship in 53 years.
Where did Ben Stiller announce the Knicks documentary?
Stiller announced the project on The Roommates Show, a podcast hosted by Knicks players Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, on 18 June. He revealed he had already begun filming on his phone while sitting courtside during the NBA Finals.
When will the Knicks HBO documentary be released?
No official release date has been announced. Stiller said production will continue over the next year, including additional shooting during the 2025-26 NBA season, suggesting a release in late 2026 at the earliest.
Why is the New York Knicks documentary significant?
The Knicks recently won their first NBA championship in 53 years, making this a historically significant moment for the franchise. The involvement of A24 — one of Hollywood's most acclaimed production houses — and HBO gives the project major prestige and global reach.
Who is producing the Ben Stiller Knicks documentary?
The documentary is being produced in partnership with A24 for HBO, with official cooperation from Madison Square Garden and the NBA. Stiller confirmed all parties are involved and that the project has been a long-held ambition for many in the Knicks organisation.
