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Spotlight2015

Peak popularity#1,366 (Jul 25 – Aug 23, 2020) (Jul 2020)6.3Top 15%

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Spotlight

Spotlight is a 2015 American biographical crime drama film directed by Tom McCarthy. It tells the true story of a team of journalists at The Boston Globe who uncovered the widespread child sexual abuse and cover-up within the Catholic Church. The film highlights the investigative reporting and the challenges faced by the journalists as they delve into this dark and shocking scandal. With its compelling storytelling and powerful performances, Spotlight explores the impact of journalism in exposing the truth and seeking justice.

Released
2015
Runtime
129 min
Rating
R
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$99M
Status
Released
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Daily update · July 4, 2026

Spotlight ranks #1,323 most popular movie with a Buzz Score of 1.2, up 64 spots from yesterday. It peaked at #1,366 of all time (Jul 25 – Aug 23, 2020). It ranks #821 over the past 365 days.

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