Movies like Richard Jewell

Spotlight presents the true story of how The Boston Globe's investigative team uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese. Its examination of media's role in shaping public perception will resonate with viewers fascinated by Richard Jewell.

Captain Phillips, starring Tom Hanks, is based on the true story of the 2009 hijacking of the U.S.-flagged MV Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates. The intense drama and the central character's heroic actions under extreme pressure will appeal to fans of Richard Jewell.

Directed by Clint Eastwood, Sully tells the story of Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, who became a hero after gliding his plane along the water in the Hudson River, saving all of the airplane flights 155 crew and passengers. Its nuanced portrayal of a real-life figure wrongly scrutinized by the media and authorities echoes the themes of Richard Jewell.

Directed by Steven Spielberg, The Post details the true story of The Washington Post's publication of the Pentagon Papers, exposing government secrets about the Vietnam War. The film's exploration of the tension between press freedom and government accountability will appeal to those who enjoyed Richard Jewell.

Snowden is about the true story of Edward Snowden, a former intelligence contractor who leaked classified information from the NSA. The movie's focus on the interplay between an individual's actions versus public perception and government condemnation is akin to the story told in Richard Jewell.