The Watergate scandal is perfect fodder for both journalists and Hollywood studios.
Deception! Intrigue! A White House in crisis mode!
It’s no wonder Hollywood created memorable films tied to the scandal over the years, notably “All the President’s Men,” “Frost/Nixon,” “Nixon,” and even “Forrest Gump.” How could the industry resist?
Except Hollywood can’t quit Watergate, even if audiences may be tiring of the subject. Last year, we saw a star-studded recreation of the GOP crisis, and we’ll soon see another high-profile series based on Nixon’s downfall.
It’s hardly a secret why Hollywood keeps cranking out Watergate-related stories. The industry adores taking shots at Republicans, be it President Donald J. Trump or a leader whose Beltway skills were no match for his political paranoia.
Watergate is too ripe a scandal to
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