Scoop will be based on key chapters from a new book by Sam McAlister, the former Newsnight producer who secured presenter Emily Maitlis' infamous interview with Prince Andrew, telling the story of what really went on behind the scenes.
Screenwriter Peter Moffat will adapt the story for film, while The Lighthouse Film & TV will produce.
"What the hell did he think he was doing?" Moffat said as the film was announced."Who got him to do it? Why, when the rest of the world was so appalled, did he think it had gone so well? What kind of a man is this? "In researching the film and talking to those on the inside of this extraordinary story I got the answers to all these questions. They're provoking, often surprising, sometimes disturbing - and I think they make for a compelling story about power and abuse and journalistic courage."
Executive producer Hilary Salmon said:"Sam's book vividly chronicles the moment-to-moment drama that led to that most revealing and jaw-dropping of TV events. We're thrilled to have the opportunity to bring Sam's story to life."Andrew stepped away from public life after the interview and the furore over his friendship with paedophile billionaire Epstein.
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