Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery 2025

Overview

Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery is a 2025 documentary film that explores the history and impact of the music festival founded by Sarah McLachlan. Directed by Ally Pankiw, the film examines the legacy of the event, which focused on female solo musicians and female-led bands. The documentary provides a behind-the-scenes look at the festival, offering insight into its development and cultural significance. The production features interviews with a variety of performers who discuss their experiences and the festival's influence. Among the artists interviewed for the project are Bonnie Raitt, Erykah Badu, Olivia Rodrigo, and Emmylou Harris. Classified as a documentary and music film, the production has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-nine minutes. It was released in the United States on September 21, 2025. The film serves as an archival look at the legendary all-women music festival, documenting its unique place in the history of live music performances. The project is available for viewing on the Disney+ platform, where it is categorized under the documentary and music genres.