In 2006, To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen sets out to make television history.
From director Lance Oppenheim and starring Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher and Bokeem Woodbine, PRIMETIME will be released by A24.
Here’s a look at the teaser for the film.
Forbes has a fascinating article on the true story of the show.
“Chris Hansen’s “To Catch a Predator” was a highly popular “Dateline NBC” segment from 2004-2007, captivating millions by exposing alleged child predators through online stings. Hansen’s quiet, interrogative style made for compelling, high-rated television. However, the show’s ethical practices faced intense scrutiny after an assistant district attorney committed suicide following a 2006 sting operation. This tragedy, along with lawsuits and advertiser concerns, led to the program’s cancellation in 2007. A new film, “Primetime”, starring Robert Pattinson as Hansen, now re-examines this controversial era, exploring the complex ethical questions surrounding the show and its blurred lines between journalism and vigilante justice.”
