“Scoop” is the new original Netflix movie that falls into the political thriller genre, which has become one of the most-watched films two weeks after its big premiere on the streaming platform.
Directed by Philip Martin (Mo and Wallander) , the story is based on true events and is a biographical-style film, following Prince Andrew and his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Gillian Anderson (known for her roles in television series like “The X-Files” and “The Crown”) is one of the main stars of the drama, portraying Emily Maitlis, a British BBC journalist and news presenter.
Scoop became the #9 movie on Netflix worldwide
Scoop is the new Netflix drama based on true events and arrived in biopic format on the platform’s catalog, now ranking as the ninth most-watched worldwide according to the specialized site Flix Patrol.
The movie, which debuted on April 6, 2024, has surpassed multiple popular productions, but one of the most notable has been “The Protégé” with Michael Keaton, which landed in the No. 10 spot worldwide.
Rufus Sewell, Keeley Hawes and Charity Wakefield in Scoop. (Source: IMDb)
The story depicts how the BBC obtained the bombshell interview with Prince Andrew about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who associated with prominent figures and died at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan.
In addition to Gillian Anderson, the cast was filled with great talents. Those who accompanied her in important roles were Billie Piper as Sam McAlister, Rufus Sewell as Prince Andrew, Kate Fleetwood as Annette Witheridge and Connor Swindells in the role of Jae Donnelly.
What is Scoop’s real history?
Prince Andrew, son of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, had a friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, an American financier who was convicted of sex crimes involving minors. The relationship between them has been subject to controversy and public scrutiny due to the circumstances surrounding their friendship.
It has been reported that the royal member and the millionaire met in the 1990s through social and financial connections. Their friendship continued for several years, and the Prince was invited to social events hosted by Epstein, including parties at his residence.
Controversy escalated after Jeffrey was arrested and charged in 2008 for crimes related to trafficking minors. Despite the accusations and convictions, Andrew maintained contact with him, which drew public criticism and raised questions about the nature of their relationship and the activities they shared.
One of the highlights was a televised interview in 2019 where Prince Andrew addressed his relationship and the accusations against him, which was widely criticized and sparked further questions about his conduct and judgment in choosing friendships.
