HamptonsFilm has unveiled its annual SummerDocs series with a lineup that includes Alex Gibney’s “Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie” and Amir Bar-Lev’s “The Last First: Winter K2.”
It marks the 18th edition of the series, which will be presented in partnership with Guild Hall. Gibney’s film will open the series on Saturday, June 27. The lineup also includes HBO Original documentary “The Lion Queen,” directed by Alden Nusser and Ben Fries, which will premiere on Saturday, August 1. It will close with Apple Original Films’ “The Last First: Winter K2.” HamptonsFilm Chief Creative Officer David Nugent and Co-Chair Alec Baldwin will lead post-screening conversations with filmmakers.
“In its 18th year, our SummerDocs series continues to spotlight compelling films that challenge, inspire, and engage audiences, and our 2026 lineup is no exception,” said HamptonsFilm Chief Creative Officer David Nugent. “These films have already generated tremendous audience response, and we’re thrilled to bring them to East End audiences this summer.”
Inspired by acclaimed author Salman Rushdie’s memoir “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder,” “Knife” follows not just the author’s physical rehabilitation from the attack, but also documents how he retained his spirit. Gibney will be present for a post-screening conversation.
