Movies and TvShows featuring "political-cover-up" theme.

A lawyer accidentally receives key evidence to a politically motivated crime, making him a target of corrupt politicians and the NSA. He teams up with an underground journalist and a retired NSA agent to clear his name and expose the truth.

Defense attorney Martin Vail takes on the case of an altar boy accused of murdering a priest. As he digs deeper, he uncovers corruption, abuse, and a shocking revelation.

CIA Analyst Jack Ryan is drawn into an illegal war fought by the US government against a Colombian drug cartel. An aggrieved first term President authorizes a secret military incursion into Columbia after a personal friend is killed by men connected to the leader of the Cali Cartel. Jack Ryan, promoted as Deputy Director of Intelligence at the CIA, is unintentionally mired in the scheme. He secures funding for the operation from Congress but is unaware that troops will be used. As the operation escalates, Ryan realizes the illicit nature of the mission and organizes a rescue operation after US soldiers are betrayed and captured in Columbia. Despite the President's attempts to silence him, Ryan reveals all details of the operation to Congress.

The Watergate crisis as viewed by John Dean and his wife Maureen, based on their personal accounts -- his best-seller, her book on how it affected their marriage -- and distilled into an eight-hour drama with all of the political figures of the day parading by as Dean relates his story to his attorney when his world, based on blind ambition, begins crashing down on him.

The attempted assassination of the American President is told and re-told from several different perspectives. U.S. President Henry Ashton attends a political summit in Salamanca, Spain to promote an international treaty. Displayed with eight differing viewpoints, an assassination attempt on the president occurs, relayed in a time span of 23 minutes. Each time the events unfold from the beginning, a new vantage point is shown revealing additional details, which ultimately completes the story of what actually took place during the incident.

Follow Emily Maitlis' professional and personal journey as a Newsnight journalist, leading up to her acclaimed interview with Prince Andrew, in which he explained his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison discovers there's more to the Kennedy assassination than the official story. Garrison and his team investigate potential links to the assassination in New Orleans. Three years later, the investigation is reopened after Garrison notices inaccuracies in the Warren Commission Report. Garrison interrogates witnesses and uncovers evidence of a conspiracy involving the CIA, military-industrial complex, Cuban exiles, and the Mafia. Despite facing opposition and attacks on his character, Garrison presents evidence of multiple assassins during Clay Shaw's trial.

After his colleagues are killed, a researcher at the CIA named Joe Turner goes on the run. As he tries to uncover the truth behind the murders, he becomes a target himself. With the help of a woman named Kathy, Joe must figure out who is behind the conspiracy before it's too late.

Blow Out is a neo-noir film about a soundman named Jack Terry who accidentally records evidence of a murder while recording audio for a B-grade horror movie. As he delves deeper into the mysterious crime, he becomes the target of a psychopathic killer who will go to great lengths to silence him. With the help of a young woman named Sally, Jack must unravel the truth behind the murder and expose a political conspiracy. Along the way, he faces danger, intrigue, and a race against time to save his own life.

Set in the 1970s, Velvet Goldmine follows a journalist who dives into the rise and fall of a renowned glam rock musician, exploring themes of sexuality, identity, and scandal in the music industry. The story is told through flashbacks and interviews, revealing the impact of the musician's career and personal life on those around him.

A ghost writer is hired to complete the memoirs of former British Prime Minister Adam Lang. As he delves deeper into the project, he uncovers secrets that put his own life in jeopardy.

Z is a political thriller based on the true events surrounding the assassination of a prominent political figure in Greece during the 1960s. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that there is a cover-up and government corruption at play. The protagonist embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth and expose the conspirators.

City Hall is a gripping drama that delves into the dark underbelly of politics and corruption in New York City. The story follows a deputy mayor who becomes entangled in a web of drug dealers, government corruption, and a dangerous investigation. As he uncovers the truth, he must navigate a treacherous world of power and deceit to bring justice to the city.

In the midst of a political scandal, a political consultant hires a Hollywood producer to create a fake war with Albania in order to distract the public. The producer enlists the help of a renowned filmmaker and together they create a compelling narrative that captivates the media and the nation. As the story unravels, the lines between truth and fiction become blurred, leading to unexpected consequences.

Nixon is a biographical drama film that chronicles the political career and controversial life of Richard Nixon. The movie portrays Nixon's rise to power, his involvement in the Watergate scandal, and his eventual resignation as the President of the United States. It delves into his complex personality, the controversies surrounding his presidency, and the impact of his actions on American history.

Set in the 1970s, 'Dick' follows a high school girl who accidentally witnesses the Watergate break-in and becomes a key player in the political cover-up. Alongside her best friend, they navigate the world of politics, friendship, and unlikely heroism, all while walking dogs for a living. This alternate history comedy is filled with crude humor, historical references, and unexpected twists.

In Frankfurt, Germany, in 1958, a prosecutor investigates the role of German officials in the Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. He uncovers a conspiracy involving former Nazis, leading to a trial that exposes the collaboration and cover-up by various individuals. Inspired by true events, the film delves into the aftermath of the Holocaust and the pursuit of justice.

Canadian Bacon is a satirical comedy about a fictional war between the United States and Canada, sparked by a conspiracy and political cover-up. A group of misfits, including a mounted police officer and a defense worker, must try to prevent a doomsday device from being used. With political corruption, media hype, and international relations at stake, they embark on a comedic journey to save the day.

When a young aide stumbles upon a deadly political conspiracy, he becomes a target and must go on the run to uncover the truth and clear his name.

The Men Who Killed Kennedy (1988) is a documentary TV show that explores the political conspiracy and cover-up behind the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. It delves into the various theories and evidence surrounding the assassination, including the possible involvement of organized crime and the CIA. Through interviews and investigative research, the series sheds light on the events leading up to the assassination and raises questions about the official narrative.