STANS is an upcoming documentary directed by Steven Leckart and produced by Eminem under Shady Films—alongside Paul Rosenberg, Stuart Parr, Antoine Fuqua, Tony DiSanto, and David Schiff—with distribution through AMC Theatres in the U.S. and Trafalgar Releasing internationally. After debuting at the SXSW London Film Festival on June 2, 2025, the documentary will screen in cinemas worldwide from August 7 to 10, then be available on Paramount+ later in the year.
Named after Eminem’s iconic 2000 hit “Stan”—the song that essentially coined the term “stan”—the film explores the emotional and often complex reality of fandoms in the digital age. It centers on a curated cast of real-life “stans” whose stories reflect the profound impact Eminem’s music has had on their lives. The documentary features stylized recreations, rare archival footage, and an exclusive new interview with Eminem himself.
Beyond fan perspectives, STANS includes commentary from several well-known collaborators and admirers of Eminem. Among the voices featured are Dr. Dre, reflecting on Eminem’s influence on emotional honesty in hip‑hop; Jimmy Iovine, longtime industry partner; the pop icon Ed Sheeran; media personality Carson Daly; actor-comedian Adam Sandler and legendary LL Cool J, each offering personal insight into Eminem’s legacy and cultural impact. These interviews help frame the documentary as a respectful yet revealing look at both fame and fandom.
While some critics note that the film tends toward reverence—focusing on fans and close collaborators rather than critical journalists—STANS offers candid moments, such as Eminem’s reflections on addiction, the loss of close friend Proof, and his journey through grief and resilience. Overall, the documentary promises to be a moving, funny, and revealing event: a cinematic exploration of how one of hip-hop’s most private figures has shaped and been shaped by a global, obsessive audience.
Eminem has just shared a new short teaser. In he clip, the Detroit legend says: “Hip-hop was the most important thing that empowered me as a kid. It made me feel tough when I was not. I was a scrawny little kid, growing up on 8 Mile, walking up the f–king block, put my headphones on and it made me feel powerful.”
Then he continues: “Hip-hop taught me how to throw my first punch. Gave me the confidence. It was like my dad. It was the only thing that made me empowered. It made me feel good about myself. And when I started being able to write rhymes and figured out I could do it, that’s where the feeling comes from…” You can watch the clip below:
