The Hoax

In the early '70s, a gripping tale unfolds as Clifford Irving, a struggling writer, concocts a sensational plan to write and sell a fictitious biography of the enigmatic billionaire Howard Hughes. Irving manages to convince a prestigious publishing house to invest in his project, believing they've secured the rights to an unprecedented insider look into Hughes' life. As the public eagerly anticipates the release, journalists and investigators begin to scrutinize the story's authenticity, leading to a whirlwind of media speculation and scandal. This gripping drama delves into themes of ambition, deception, and the pursuit of truth in an era of celebrity worship and sensationalist news.