Ben Stiller has officially confirmed that he is directing a multi-part documentary series about the New York Knicks, ending weeks of rumors that followed him throughout the team's championship run. Speaking on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart's Roommates Show, the actor and lifelong Knicks supporter revealed that cameras have already captured extensive behind-the-scenes footage during the playoffs. The project is being made with A24 for HBO and has received rare access from both Madison Square Garden and the NBA, allowing filmmakers to follow the franchise from the inside.
Ben Stiller says the documentary will go beyond the New York Knicks' 2026 championship
While the Knicks' historic 2026 title run will play a major role in the series, Ben Stiller made it clear that the documentary is not just about one season. "It's a dream project," Stiller said during his appearance on the show. He explained that the story reaches far beyond the team's recent success. According to Stiller, the documentary will explore the bigger picture of Knicks basketball, including the highs, the lows and the emotional connection generations of fans have had with the franchise.
"This team, obviously, there's a culmination here of something that has been going on for a long time," Stiller said. "So, it's super exciting. And it's great to have all this access to your team. We're probably going to be shooting a little bit more during next season as well."
Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart help reveal details of the project
The announcement came during an appearance on the podcast hosted by Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart. Stiller shared that production crews had already spent significant time around the team during the postseason. That explains why fans regularly spotted him with his phone in hand during playoff games. Reports from the Daily Mail noted that Stiller was seen backstage during Games 3 and 4 of the NBA Finals, filming everything from player arrivals to postgame press conferences. His presence courtside throughout the playoffs was not simply that of a celebrity fan. He was also gathering material for a project that had quietly been taking shape behind the scenes.
James Dolan grants rare behind-the-scenes access for Ben Stiller's series
One of the biggest parts of the documentary is the level of access the filmmakers received. According to reports, Madison Square Garden executive James Dolan approved full access for Stiller's team. That includes locker rooms, training facilities and areas that are usually off-limits during a championship season. The access gives the documentary a chance to show moments that fans rarely get to see. With filming expected to continue into next season, the series aims to tell a much larger story about the Knicks, their players and the journey that finally led the franchise back to the top of the NBA.
