Always Lalisa Documentary Will Premiere in IMAX October 12
The career-spanning documentary about the performer Lisa debuts globally following a festival screening.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Documentary
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Sony Music Vision will release the documentary Always Lalisa worldwide in IMAX on October 12, 2026. Directed by Sue Kim, the film explores the life and career of the artist.
Why it matters
The documentary provides a comprehensive look at the entertainer's trajectory in the music industry. It serves as a major project for the star alongside her upcoming film roles and Las Vegas residency.
The documentary chronicles the star's career across the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. The project follows the 2025 announcement by Sony Music Vision.
The players
Lisa
She is the subject of the documentary and also stars in and produces the upcoming Netflix films TYGO and an untitled romantic comedy.
Sue Kim
She is the director responsible for helming the Always Lalisa documentary project.
Sony Music Vision
This entertainment entity produces music-related visual projects and announced the documentary in 2025.
The details
Always Lalisa features the performer in a deep dive into her professional evolution. Following its limited IMAX and cinema engagement, the film will stream exclusively on YouTube Premium later in 2026.
Timeline
Sony Music Vision announced the film project in 2025.
The 51st Toronto International Film Festival occurs September 10-20, 2026.
The documentary premieres worldwide in IMAX on October 12, 2026.
Lisa performs VIVA LA LISA residency shows on November 13-14 and 27-28, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This release reflects the broader entertainment trend of combining limited theatrical IMAX experiences with exclusive digital streaming windows. By leveraging YouTube Premium, the studio follows a strategy of maximizing visibility through multiple platforms.
Fans can view the documentary in local IMAX and cinema locations starting October 12. Following this limited theatrical run, the film will become available for digital consumption exclusively through a YouTube Premium subscription.
The takeaway
The documentary offers fans a detailed perspective on the artist's rise and current projects. Audiences should prepare for the limited theatrical window in October before the project moves to its permanent streaming home.
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