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Steal This Story, Please! (2026)

Released: 2026-04-10 Recommended age: 10+ No IMDb rating yet
Steal This Story, Please!

Movie details

  • Genres: Documentary
  • Director: Carl Deal, Tia Lessin
  • Main cast: Amy Goodman
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-04-10

Story overview

This documentary follows investigative journalist Amy Goodman and her team as they produce the independent news program Democracy Now! from global hotspots like Gaza, Nigeria, and post-9/11 New York. The film highlights their commitment to unfunded, donor-supported journalism over decades.

Parent Guide

A thoughtful documentary about investigative journalism with no graphic content but mature themes of global conflict and media integrity. Best for mature elementary viewers and up who can process discussions of war and politics.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

References to war zones and conflicts (e.g., Gaza, Iraq War) without explicit violence; may include news footage of protests or unrest. No depictions of physical harm.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Themes of global conflicts and political tension could be unsettling for sensitive children; no jump scares or horror elements.

Language
None

No offensive language expected in this journalistic documentary.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
None

No substance use depicted.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Serious tone dealing with heavy topics like war and media bias; may provoke thoughtful concern rather than distress.

Parent tips

This documentary focuses on journalistic integrity and global reporting—ideal for families interested in media literacy or current events. Preview to gauge your child's readiness for discussions about war zones and political conflicts. Consider watching together to contextualize the serious topics.

Parent chat guide

Use this film to discuss: How do journalists gather news in dangerous places? Why is independent media important? What makes a story trustworthy? Connect to current events your child might hear about. Emphasize Goodman's dedication to truth-telling without sensationalism.

Parent follow-up questions

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  • What did you notice about how the reporters work?
  • Why do you think people watch news shows?
  • How does Democracy Now! differ from mainstream news? What challenges do journalists face in conflict zones?
  • Why might independent funding matter for news?
  • Analyze Goodman's reporting ethics: How does she balance objectivity with advocacy? Discuss media's role in democracies versus authoritarian states.
  • What systemic pressures affect journalism today?

Where to watch

Streaming availability has not been announced yet.

Trailer

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