Scoop trailer, OTT release date, plot and cast – Everything to know about Gillian Anderson, Rufus Sewell’s biographical drama

Netflix has recently dropped an intriguing trailer for the upcoming biographical drama film Scoop. Inspired by Prince Andrew's infamous BBC interview with Emily Maitlis, Scoop features a stellar ensemble cast, with Sex Education fame Gillian Anderson in the lead role of reporter. The film also marks Netflix’s The Crown director Philip Martin’s return for another fascinating royal drama. Netflix will be premiering Scoop on April 5, 2024. Here’s everything, from the trailer to plot and cast, about the upcoming drama film.

Scoop Trailer

In the trailer, we witness how the media's one interview is sufficient to flip the image. The royal prince faces the heat of public outrage after he admits his friendship with the pedophile and sex offender while showing no remorse towards Virginia Giuffre.

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Watch the gripping trailer here:

Scoop plot

Scoop is a dramatization of the infamous Prince Andrew's interview with Newsnight anchor Emily Maitlis. The plot revolves around Prince Andrew’s strained reputation after the interview and his ties with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Starring Gillian Anderson, Keeley Hawes, Billie Piper, and Rufus Sewell in pivotal roles.

The biographical drama also traces the fallout of the 2019 interview and how Andrew later faced flak, followed by his dismissal from his royal duties. The bombshell interview highlights the brave attempts of news reporters and their journey for justice and truth. Scoop is like a tribute to journalists for going beyond lengths to grab a major scoop.

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Scoop cast

Gillian Anderson, who is renowned for playing Dr. Jean F. Millburn, plays the courageous reporter Maitlis in the film. While Prince Andrew is portrayed by Rufus Sewell (The Diplomat). Keeley Hawes as Amanda Thirsk, Andrew’s former private secretary, and Billie Piper plays Sam McAlister, Newsnight’s producer.

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The film is also based on Sam McAlister’s book “Scoops” and is inspired by real-life events. One hour of TV can change everything. But how did that interview come to be? Unveil the truth on Netflix.