Movies like Spotlight

Zodiac tracks the San Francisco Chronicle's role in the hunt for the Zodiac Killer. The movie's focus on obsessive attention to detail and unwavering dedication to solving a case will resonate with those who admire the persistence of the Spotlight team.

The Post delves into the challenging decisions behind publishing the Pentagon Papers, highlighting the struggle between the press and the government. Fans of Spotlight will appreciate the similar themes of journalistic integrity and the fight to reveal the truth.

The Insider tells the true story of a whistleblower from the tobacco industry and the 60 Minutes producer who risks everything to help him expose corporate malfeasance. Like Spotlight, it highlights the personal and professional stakes of revealing hard truths.

A classic in the investigative journalism genre, All the President's Men follows two Washington Post journalists as they uncover the details of the Watergate scandal. Anyone interested in the gritty, methodical pursuit of truth that drives Spotlight will find this film equally gripping.

Shattered Glass deals with the journalistic scandal surrounding Stephen Glass, a young reporter who fabricated stories for The New Republic. Its focus on journalistic ethics and the quest for accuracy in reporting will appeal to those who value the themes in Spotlight.

The Report dives into the investigation of the CIA's use of torture post-9/11. Like Spotlight, it's an engrossing tale that follows the tireless efforts of an individual dedicated to uncovering deeply buried truths in the face of overwhelming opposition.

In State of Play, a journalist and his former campaign worker investigate the suspicious death of a congressman's mistress. Its thrilling blend of politics and investigative reporting makes it an enticing watch for fans of Spotlight.