Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
Synopsis
In 2022, Salman Rushdie was preparing to deliver a lecture on the United States as a safe haven for writers when a man rushed the stage and, in 27 seconds, stabbed him 15 times. Airlifted to hospital, Rushdie survived, barely, and his wife Rachel Eliza Griffiths began filming immediately, capturing an unfiltered view of his recovery, return to life and how he regained his spirit and hope for the future.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-08-12
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Gibney
- Screenplay & Story
- Salman Rushdie
- Original Score
- Will Bates
- Original Title
- Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Jigsaw Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Gibney
Salman Rushdie
Will Bates
Andy Grieve
Alex Gibney, Erin Edeiken, Sruthi Pinnamaneni, Rachel Eliza Griffiths, Richard Perello
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Gibney
Director
Alex Gibney
Producer
Erin Edeiken
Producer
Sruthi Pinnamaneni
Producer
Andy Grieve
Editor
Will Bates
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie.
More Like Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie about?
In 2022, Salman Rushdie was preparing to deliver a lecture on the United States as a safe haven for writers when a man rushed the stage and, in 27 seconds, stabbed him 15 times. Airlifted to hospital, Rushdie survived, barely, and his wife Rachel Eliza Griffiths began filming immediately, capturing an unfiltered view of his recovery, return to life and how he regained his spirit and hope for the future.
Who directed Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie?
Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie was directed by Alex Gibney.
Who stars in Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie?
The principal cast of Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie includes Salman Rushdie.
When was Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie released and how long is it?
Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie was composed by Will Bates.
Is Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie based on a book or true story?
Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Salman Rushdie".