Plot
In the early 1950's, the threat of Communism created an air of paranoia in the United States and exploiting those fears was Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin. However, CBS reporter Edward R. Murrow and his producer Fred W. Friendly decided to take a stand and challenge McCarthy and expose him for the fear monger he was. However, their actions took a great personal toll on both men, but they stood by their convictions and helped to bring down one of the most controversial senators in American history.
Written by
George Clooney, Grant Heslov
Directed by
George Clooney
Crew
Production Countries
France, Japan, United Kingdom, United States of America
Production Companies
Warner Independent Pictures (WIP), 2929 Productions, Redbus Pictures, Tohokushinsha Film Corporation, Participant, Section Eight, Metropolitan Talent Agency, Davis Films
Languages
English
Awards
Nominated for 6 Oscars. 38 wins & 129 nominations total