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Rolling Stone 50th Anniversary Documentary Trailer Released

publication · 2026-05-01

A new documentary titled "Rolling Stone – Stories From the Edge" marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic magazine and is directed by Alex Gibney and Blair Foster. This four-part series chronicles the publication's influence from the 1960s to today, highlighting the impact of technology on societal changes. It showcases interviews with renowned musicians, including John Lennon, Mick Jagger, and Kurt Cobain, as well as notable writers like Cameron Crowe and Ben Fong-Torres. Featuring narration by Jeff Daniels, the film dives into the transformation of Rolling Stone's editorial vision and its lasting cultural significance.

Key facts

  • Documentary titled 'Rolling Stone – Stories From the Edge'
  • Directed by Alex Gibney and Blair Foster
  • Divided into 4 episodes covering 1960s to present
  • Features artists: John Lennon, Mick Jagger, Tina Turner, David Bowie, Kurt Cobain, The Clash, Sex Pistols, Britney Spears
  • Features writers: Ben Fong-Torres, Cameron Crowe, Jon Landau, Charles M. Young
  • Narrated by Jeff Daniels
  • Celebrates Rolling Stone's 50th anniversary
  • Explores social and cultural changes through innovation and technology

Entities

Artists

  • John Lennon
  • Mick Jagger
  • Tina Turner
  • David Bowie
  • Kurt Cobain
  • The Clash
  • Sex Pistols
  • Britney Spears
  • Ben Fong-Torres
  • Cameron Crowe
  • Jon Landau
  • Charles M. Young
  • Jeff Daniels
  • Alex Gibney
  • Blair Foster

Institutions

  • Rolling Stone
  • Artribune

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