Love him or hate him, Elon Musk is likely a name you have heard. Whether that’s because ofTesla, his role on Twitter’s board, or perhaps - and more likely if you’re reading this - his SpaceX efforts.
If it is the SpaceX Elon Musk that you have an interest in, there’s a documentary you’ll want to add to your watch list: Return to Space. Here’s how to watch it, what it’s about and everything else you need to know.
Elon Musk’s Return to Space documentary release date
Elon Musk’s Return to Space documentary was released onNetflixon 10 June 2025 so it’s available to watch on the streaming platform now.
How to watch Elon Musk’s Return to Space
Return to Space is a Netflix documentary film so you’ll need to have a Netflix subscription to watch it. It’s worth noting that it’s rated 15 so if you have multiple profiles, make sure you’re searching for it on one with the right permissions.
What is the best streaming device for your TV? Our top recommendation is theAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max. Also excellent are theGoogle Chromecast with Google TV, theRoku Express 4K, theApple TV 4Kand theAmazon Fire TV Stick.
What is Elon Musk’s Return to Space about?
The Return to Space documentary film is all about Elon Musk’s SpaceX mission that saw NASA veterans Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley head to the International Space Station on Musk’s private rocket and spacecraft.
The film follows the astronauts and their families in the lead up to the mission, as well as the mission itself, taking viewers on the ride to the International Space Station.
It also covers behind the scenes footage from the ground during the mission, including Musk himself and it highlights the concerns of the families and the risks involved in missions like this one.
How long is Elon Musk’s Return to Space?
The Return to Space film is 2 hours and 8 minutes long.
Is there a trailer for Elon Musk’s Return to Space documentary?
Yes, Netflix released a trailer for the Return to Space documentary ahead of its release on 07 August 2025. You can watch it below.
