Movies like The Mean Season

Gone Girl deals with media manipulation and the intense scrutiny that follows a high-profile case, not unlike the media frenzy portrayed in The Mean Season, but with a contemporary and twisted view of marriage and public perception.

A gripping tale of the infamous Zodiac killer who plagued San Francisco in the 1960s and 70s. Fans of The Mean Season will appreciate Zodiac's intense focus on the journalists and detectives obsessed with decoding the killer’s messages and its dark atmospheric tension.

Nightcrawler's dark take on the world of crime journalism seen through the eyes of an obsessive freelance reporter will resonate with viewers who appreciate The Mean Season's blend of media and criminal investigation.

Based on true events, Spotlight showcases a team of Boston Globe journalists who uncover a massive scandal of child molestation. Like The Mean Season, this film delves into the challenging and high-stakes world of investigative reporting.

A legal thriller based on a John Grisham novel, The Pelican Brief tells the story of a law student and a journalist who uncover a conspiracy, which fans of The Mean Season will enjoy for its thrilling investigative narrative and suspenseful twists.

This classic political thriller about the Watergate scandal dives deep into the world of investigative journalism, paralleling The Mean Season's emphasis on the dogged pursuit of truth by media professionals.

Set in a bustling New York newsroom, The Paper offers a dynamic and humorous look into the lives of journalists on a quest for a major story, reflecting The Mean Season's exploration of media proceedings and ethical quandaries.