The Comey Rule
The Comey Rule

The Comey Rule

2020TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

An immersive, behind-the-headlines account of the historically turbulent events surrounding the 2016 presidential election and its aftermath, which divided a nation. This two-part biopic tells the story of two powerful figures, Comey and Trump, whose strikingly different personalities, ethics and loyalties put them on a collision course.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users73%
Director: Billy RayGenres: Drama, Biography, Political

Plot Summary

The miniseries chronicles the turbulent events surrounding the 2016 U.S. Presidential election and its aftermath, focusing on the actions of then-FBI Director James Comey. It depicts Comey's clashes with President Donald Trump, his handling of the investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails, and the events leading up to his controversial firing. The narrative delves into the ethical dilemmas and political pressures faced by Comey during this period.

Critical Reception

The Comey Rule received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising the performances of Jeff Daniels and Brendan Gleeson, as well as Billy Ray's direction. Some found the miniseries to be a compelling, albeit dramatized, account of pivotal political moments, while others criticized its perceived bias and pacing. Audience reception was also divided, reflecting the polarized political climate surrounding the events it depicted.

What Reviewers Say

  • The performances, particularly from Jeff Daniels and Brendan Gleeson, are widely lauded as a strong point.
  • The miniseries is often described as a timely and dramatic retelling of significant political events.
  • Some critics noted that the show's perspective felt heavily weighted, potentially sacrificing neutrality for dramatic effect.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the acting and the attempt to dramatize a significant period in American political history. However, some users expressed concerns about the show's perceived political leanings and felt it presented a one-sided narrative.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy Award (Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for Jeff Daniels).

Fun Fact

Brendan Gleeson, who portrays President Donald Trump, is an Irish actor and previously played a significant role in the political drama 'In the Line of Fire'.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

I havent’ read Comey’s book but I followed the events described as they happened and I think it is a fairly accurate depiction of what happened. I wouldn’t be shocked, however, if there is a slight bias baked in to make Comey look better. W...