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202395 minPGdocumentary

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Rather

202395 minPGdocumentary

3.2/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

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Dan Rather reflects on his tenure as a CBS News anchor, covering the Watergate scandal, September 11 attacks, and his 2005 departure.

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Frank Marshall

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Dan Rather reflects on his tenure as a CBS News anchor, covering the Watergate scandal, September 11 attacks, and his 2005 departure.

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Dan Rather, a veteran journalist, navigated the highs and lows of American news. Directed by Frank Marshall, Rather features interviews with Rather, Susan Zirinsky, and Samantha Bee. It covers his tenure as a CBS News anchor, including his reporting on the Watergate scandal and the September 11 attacks. The film also addresses Rather's departure from CBS in 2005, detailing the controversies that surrounded it. Archival footage and personal reflections illustrate Rather's lasting impact on journalism.

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Meet Dan Rather, a key figure in American journalism.
See insights from Susan Zirinsky and Mark Cuban.
Follow Rather's career through major news events.

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Dan Rather is featured prominently alongside Susan Zirinsky and Mark Cuban.
The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2023.
Rather was released on Netflix on May 1, 2024.
The documentary has a total duration of 95 minutes.

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Who directed the documentary Rather?

Rather was directed by Frank Marshall.

When was Rather released on Netflix?

Rather was released on Netflix on May 1, 2024.

What is the runtime of the documentary Rather?

The runtime of Rather is 95 minutes.

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