Apple Original Films has announced that a new documentary feature on the lives and relationship of legendary comedy duo Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, is coming to its platform on Friday, 24 October 2025. And the trailer is here.
What is Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost about?
As its title suggests, the documentary is an intimate exploration of the legendary comedy duo Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. It also dives into the family they built together. They are the parents of Ben Stiller, who directs this film. Jerry passed in 2020 and Anne in 2015.
Apple describes the film as a “Profound, personal look at the Stiller family”.
Through home movies, archival footage, and personal reflections, the documentary highlights Jerry and Anne’s impact on pop culture. Beginning with their rise as a beloved comedy team in the 60s and 70s (including on The Ed Sullivan Show) to their later roles in shows like Seinfeld and King of Queens.
In the film, Ben also explores his childhood spent in a creatively vibrant household and examines how his parents blurred the lines between art, family, and fame. Throughout the creative process, Ben also turns the camera back on himself and his family to uncover the influence his parents have had on him.
Is Ben Stiller directing Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost?
Yes! As aforementioned, the Meet the Parents actor is directing the film. He has already collected numerous accolades for his acting, directing and producing. Most notably for his other Apple hit, Severance, which earned him an Emmy and a Peabody Award. In fact, Severance was the most Emmy Award-nominated series in 2025. Furthermore, it was the most-watched series on Apple TV+, beating out Ted Lasso for the top spot.
“I feel very fortunate to be partnering once again with the incredible team at Apple TV+, this time on a project that is very personal to me and my family,” said director Ben in a statement. “It’s exciting to finally get to share it with audiences, and a great honour to celebrate my parents, both as I knew them growing up, and as I’ve come to know them in new ways through the making of this film.”
When is Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost available to stream?
The documentary feature will be available to stream globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, 24 October 2025.
