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Viewers applaud Netflix's 'powerful' movie 'Scoop', Gillian Anderson's 'fire' performance wins hearts

The film sheds light on the backroom struggles involved in getting a pivotal interview with Prince Andrew

LOS ANGELS, CALIFORNIA: Netflix's latest biographical drama film, 'Scoop,' is generating significant buzz among the audiences.

The television show, helmed by Philip Martin, is inspired by Sam McAlister's book 'Scoops: Behind the Scenes of the BBC's Most Shocking Interviews.'

The drama film chronicles the firsthand experiences of a group of reporters as they work to uncover the purported connections between Prince Andrew (Rufus Sewell), the Duke of York, and the sexual criminal Jeffrey Epstein.

The Internet is abuzz with praise for Netflix's 'Scoop'

The film has sparked widespread discussion among online users, with many praising it as a must-see for its portrayal of true events.

As soon as the film became available on streaming services, viewers flocked to X to share their opinions.

An X user said, "#ScoopNetflix was a fascinating watch. #GillianAnderson is great as always & #BilliePiper is solid too! I had to do a double take on Rufus Sewell as Prince Andrew. Good wig & make-up job."

Tagging the movie as Brilliant, an X user wrote, "Just watched #Scoop on Netflix. Brilliant! Thanks to you and the BBC team for that fine work of finally bringing power to account."

Raving about the cast of the movie, a fan noted, "I watched it earlier today, it was tight, suspenseful, and the cast was perfection! #Scoop #Netflix Gotta watch it again!"

Another added, "Just watched the absolutely amazing #scoop on Netflix. I don’t often dissect tv but it was genuinely flipping incredible!! Astounding performances in a film that highlights just how exceptional journalism can hold powerful and abusive figures to account 1/2."

"Just love Billie Piper / Gillian Anderson - Sam McAllister and Emily Maitlis.... My God they are super hero duo #Netflix #Scoop," said another fan.

Praising Gillian Anderson's acting chops, a fan commented, "Scoop on Netflix!! I just watched it. It’s about that disaster Prince Andrew interview in 2019. Gillian Anderson is fantastic in it."

While another gushed about Sam McAllister and wrote, "#Netflix #Scoop Sam McAllister is the real star. Gillian did an amazing job, but all my attention was on Sam. I loved this Well done to all."

Another fan joined the chorus of praise, highlighting Sam's role by stating, "I loved #Scoop! Love that it was a story of how Sam McAllister became the star in a place where she was prejudiced. It wasn’t about Andrew’s guilt, or the BBC’s glory, it was about Sam. Love this for her, wherever she is #Netflix."

"Scoop on netflix for oscar nom!!!! it was so good gillian and billie did phenomenal," wrote another user.

Another viewer urged others to see the film, saying "This weekend be sure not to miss the movie Scoop on Netflix. It is nothing but FIRE, fact that it’s true makes it even better. Those women served it up!"

 What is the plot of 'Scoop'?

'Scoop' draws inspiration from Prince Andrew's real-life interview with BBC's Emily Maitlis (Gillian Anderson), during which the prince discussed his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who was convicted of sexual offenses.

The film chronicles Sam McAlister's (Billie Piper) attempts to hold Prince accountable for his wrongdoings and her struggles in arranging the notorious interview with the palace.

Furthermore, using a real-life dramatization, the film explores the behind-the-scenes efforts as the Newsnight team battles to hold a powerful man accountable.

'Scoop' trailer

'Scoop' is now streaming on Netflix.