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Sep 26, 2026
Meta and YouTube say they will run ads for ‘Musk’ documentary after all
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Meta, YouTube, and TikTok have reversed earlier refusals and will now run ads for Alex Gibney’s documentary “Musk,” after initial reports that the platforms had rejected the trailer as political content. Meta confirmed the error and restored the ads, while YouTube clarified that the trailer was temporarily restricted but has since been cleared. X declined to advertise, citing Musk’s ownership. The film, premiered at Venice, holds a 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating and is slated for U.S. theatrical release on October 9.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The decision signals a shift in how major platforms handle politically charged content, potentially easing future advertising for high‑profile documentaries.
