Eminem Documentary "Stans" Hits AMC Theaters This Week - Everything You Need to Know

The Bottom Line

Eminem's documentary "Stans" premieres this Wednesday, August 7, 2025, for an exclusive four-day run at AMC theaters through August 10. With just three days until release, tickets are selling fast for this limited theatrical experience that won't be available through typical AMC discounts.

What Is "Stans"?

The documentary Stans takes its name from Eminem's iconic 2000 song about an obsessive, unstable fan. Since the song's release, "stan" has entered the lexicon and was officially added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2017 as a word for an obsessed fan.

Directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Steven Leckart, this unconventional documentary explores Eminem's career through the eyes of his most devoted supporters. Rather than a typical music biography, the film follows real-life "stans" whose deep personal connections to Eminem mirror themes found throughout his lyrics.

The 97-minute film examines the complex relationship between one of the world's most private artists and his massive public persona, using stylized recreations, rare archival footage, new interviews, and an exclusive original interview with Eminem himself.

Release Details

U.S. Theatrical Release

Dates: August 7-10, 2025 (Wednesday through Saturday)
Theaters: More than 135 AMC locations nationwide
Showtimes: At least two showings per day at each location

Important ticket details:

• Due to the film's limited run, "Stans" is not eligible for AMC Stubs A-List reservations or discount tickets
• Regular AMC Tuesday/Wednesday discounts won't apply to this special release
• The film will also receive a full week awards-qualifying run at New York's AMC Empire 25

International Release

Trafalgar Releasing is launching "Stans" internationally on the same date, with 1,600 theaters across 50 territories showing the film worldwide.

How to Get Tickets

Tickets are available now through:

• AMC mobile app
• AMCTheatres.com
• stansmovie.com (official film website)
• All platforms where AMC tickets are sold

Streaming Release

The documentary will be available on Paramount+ internationally later this year after its theatrical run concludes.

Critical Reception

Following its world premiere at SXSW London in June 2025, "Stans" has received positive reviews from critics:

• Mashable called it "an ode to the connection between artistic empathy and mental health, a compelling exploration of fandom itself and parasocial relationships"
• Critics have praised it as "entertaining and poignant in equal measure" and "a compelling, respectful exploration of one of the world's most successful artists"
• The film has been described as "revealing, edgy, and disarmingly personal"

Behind the Scenes

Eminem served as producer alongside Paul Rosenberg, Stuart Parr, Antoine Fuqua, Tony DiSanto, and David Schiff. The documentary is a collaboration between Shady Films, DIGA Studios, Fuqua Films, Interscope Films, and MTV Entertainment Studios.

Director Steven Leckart explained his vision: "I just saw an opportunity to make an unconventional doc… We've seen a glut of docs that are just so straightforward and standard. And so this is a beautiful opportunity to do something different."

Soundtrack and Bonus Content

"Stans: The Official Soundtrack" is available for pre-order and features previously unreleased tracks alongside the music that shaped the documentary's emotional journey.

Don't Miss This Limited Release

With only four days in theaters and no plans for traditional discount pricing, this Wednesday marks a rare opportunity for Eminem fans to experience this unique documentary on the big screen. Given the film's limited availability and growing buzz from its festival screenings, advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended.

Sources: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Eminem.com