Movies like The Post

Key Features:: Journalism, Political thriller, Historical drama, Government cover-up, Freedom of speech, Whistleblower, Based on true events, Journalism, Truth vs. power, Ethical dilemma, David vs. Goliath, Strong female lead, Integrity, Cerebral
Tone:: serious, dramatic, earnest
Target Audience:: History buffs, Political drama enthusiasts, Journalism students, Fans of true stories
Emotional Arc:: Intrigue → Tension → Resolution

The Post

2017-12-22

A cover-up that spanned four U.S. Presidents pushed the country's first female newspaper publisher and a hard-driving editor to join an unprecedented battle between journalist and government. Inspired by true events.

Genres

Drama, History

Cast

Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Sarah Paulson, Bob Odenkirk, Tracy Letts, Bradley Whitford, Bruce Greenwood, Matthew Rhys, Alison Brie, Carrie Coon

Crew

Liz Hannah, Josh Singer, Steven Spielberg

Rating

★7.005(4783 votes)