Netflix’s Scoop is a dramatic retelling of the behind-the-scenes action that went down when BBC reporter Emily Maitlis secured an interview with Prince Andrew of the Royal Family, which eventually led to his downfall. The film runs high on emotions and drama, giving the audience a memorable watch. If you too, are in awe of the film and want to find out more such content, we have got you covered. Here are 6 films similar to Netflix’s Scoop that you can watch.
1. Truth (2015)
Directed by James Vanderbilt, this captivating drama depicts the real-life controversy surrounding a CBS 60 Minutes report about President George W. Bush’s military service record. Starring Cate Blanchett and Robert Redford, the movie follows producer Mary Mapes and anchor Dan Rather as they face intense scrutiny and pressure after questions arise about the authenticity of their sources. Just like Scoop, Truth dives behind the scenes of a controversial news story. Both films explore the pressure and ethical dilemmas faced by journalists, the impact their work can have, and the potential consequences of uncovering the truth.
2. She Said (2022)
Directed by Maria Schrader, She Said chronicles the real-life investigation conducted by journalists Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor, played by Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan respectively, into allegations of sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinstein. The movie sheds light on the #MeToo movement and the bravery of those who spoke out against abuse. Both Scoop and She Said showcase the challenges faced by reporters as they strive to uncover the truth.
3. The Post (2017)
In The Post, the Washington Post newspaper faces a tough decision as they get a secret government report, the Pentagon Papers, that reveals the truth about the Vietnam War. Publishing it could expose government lies, but it might also be illegal and hurt the country. Katharine Graham, the boss of the Post (and one of the first female newspaper bosses!), has to decide: follow the law and keep things quiet, or risk everything to tell the public the truth? This true story shows the bravery it takes for journalists to stand up to powerful people and fight for what’s right, similar to the story of Scoop.
4. Frost/Nixon (2008)
Frost/Nixon is a gripping historical drama directed by Ron Howard. It recounts the intense interviews between British television host David Frost and former U.S. President Richard Nixon. Set in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal, the film portrays Nixon’s attempt to salvage his reputation and Frost’s ambition to make a mark in serious journalism. With superb performances by Frank Langella as Nixon and Michael Sheen as Frost, the movie captures the tension and drama of the interviews, just like the interview in Scoop.
5. Spotlight (2015)
Spotlight traces the journey of a crack team of reporters at the Boston Globe called the Spotlight team that stumbles on a dark secret. They discover that priests in their city have been accused of hurting kids, but powerful church leaders covered it all up. The Spotlight team, with notebooks and phones, not superpowers, digs deep. They interview victims, track leads, and face pressure to stay quiet. They fight to expose the truth, even if it means taking on a giant. Like Scoop, this true story shows the power of reporters to shine a light on injustice, no matter how scary it gets.
6. All the President’s Men (1976)
Another film on the Watergate, All the President’s Men follows the investigative journalism of Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein as they uncover the scandal that led to President Richard Nixon’s resignation. The film is based on a non-fiction book of the same name, written by Bob and Carl themselves. All the President’s Men received numerous praises, especially for the stellar performances of Dustin Hoffman, Robert Redford, Jack Warden, and Meredith Baxter.
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