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Wag the Dog

6.9/10

Rating

97 min

Runtime

1997

Release Year

Barry Levinson

Director

Cast

Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro, Anne Heche, Woody Harrelson, Denis Leary

Quick Synopsis

In the closing weeks of a presidential election, the President faces allegations of sexual misconduct that threaten his chances of winning. To divert public attention from the scandal, his adviser enlists the help of a Hollywood producer to create and promote a fabricated war, aiming to shift the focus of voters and influence the election outcome.

Detailed Synopsis of Wag the Dog

During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.

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