A three-year investigation chronicles the evolution of “Q” in real time, with access to key players, along with an examination of how the anonymous character uses conspiracy theories and information warfare to influence politics.
Cast: Cullen Hoback, Ron Watkins, Fredrick Brennan
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Season 1
6 episodes
1. Calm Before the StormDocumentary filmmaker Cullen Hoback sets out to demystify the origins of QAnon, understand its mechanics, and search for clues that could identify Q. Traveling from the U.S. to South Africa, he gains unprecedented access to its earliest promoters, who reveal a suspicious shift in Q's behavior.TV-MACC58minMar 21, 2021
2. Do You Believe in Coincidences?Cullen travels to Manila where he meets the secretive team behind 8chan, the site where Q posts. After looking into Fred Brennan's motives for starting the site, the investigation turns to Jim and Ron Watkins, the reclusive father/son duo who own and operate 8chan. Back in the U.S., prominent QAnons get booted from a far-right conference.TV-MACC58minMar 21, 2021
3. Disinformation Is RealAn anonymous insider gives Cullen a tip suggesting 8chan may have ties to Trump's inner circle. A rivalry emerges between old allies.TV-MACC58minMar 28, 2021
4. Panic in D.C.Jim goes before Congress for a hearing on hate speech. Cullen chases a lead suggesting Steve Bannon might be involved with Q.TV-MACC58minMar 28, 2021
5. Game OverAs Cullen embeds with operatives seeking to exploit Q, Fred's rivalry with Jim escalates, forcing him to plan a great escape.TV-MACC58minApr 4, 2021
6. The StormAs QAnon-fueled conspiracies culminate in the U.S. Capitol siege, Cullen reveals the forces behind Q.TV-MACC58minApr 4, 2021
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A three-year investigation chronicles the evolution of “Q” in real time, with access to key players, along with an examination of how the anonymous character uses conspiracy theories and information warfare to influence politics.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Adam McKay, Alina Solodnikova, Lisa Heller, Nancy Abraham
- Studio
- Hyrax Films, HBO Documentary Films, Hyperobject Industries
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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