🎥 Two Explosive Films. One Powerful Investigation.
HBO is pulling back the curtain on the shadowy forces that influence American democracy with “The Dark Money Game,” a two-part original documentary directed by Oscar® winner Alex Gibney.
Known for hard-hitting docs like “The Crime of the Century” and “Wise Guy: David Chase and the Sopranos,” Gibney dives deep into the world of political donations, corruption, and hidden agendas.
“The Dark Money Game” premieres Tuesday, April 15, with both films “Ohio Confidential” and “Wealth of the Wicked” streaming on Max and airing on HBO at 9 PM ET/PT.
🔎 What Is ‘The Dark Money Game‘ About?
Fifteen years after the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision, this HBO docuseries explores how billions of dollars in untraceable political funding have reshaped American politics.
Based on Jane Mayer’s groundbreaking book “Dark Money: The Hidden History of the Billionaires Behind the Rise of the Radical Right,” the series features interviews with journalists, lawmakers, former FBI agents, whistleblowers, and insiders on both sides of the aisle.
Through two gripping stories, “The Dark Money Game” exposes how wealth, power, and influence flow through non-profits and super PACs to sway elections, pass legislation, and even influence judicial rulings.
📺 Film 1: ‘Ohio Confidential‘ – Premieres April 15 At 9 PM
This true crime-style political thriller kicks off when a prominent Ohio lobbyist is found dead his “suicide” unraveling the state’s largest public corruption case.
FBI wiretaps expose a $61 million slush fund used to secure the Ohio House Speakership in exchange for a billion-dollar corporate bailout.
🔥 Key Figures In Ohio Confidential:
- Jane Mayer – Journalist and author of Dark Money
- Maureen O’Connor – Former Chief Justice of Ohio
- Laura A. Bischoff – Journalist, The Columbus Dispatch
- Jeffrey Williams – Former FBI agent
- Tyler Fehrman – Former GOP campaign manager
- Emily Glatfelter – Assistant U.S. Attorney
- David M. Devillers – Former U.S. Attorney
This isn’t just about corruption it’s about how the rules (or lack thereof) allow it to happen in plain sight.
📺 Film 2: ‘Wealth Of The Wicked‘ – Premieres April 16 At 9 PM
The second film takes a historical lens to the evolution of campaign finance laws from the formation of the FEC in 1975 to the controversial Citizens United decision in 2010.
It unpacks how religious groups, corporations, and dark money donors exert influence over elections, lawmakers, and even the Supreme Court.
🔥 Key Figures In ‘Wealth of the Wicked‘:
- Russ Feingold – Former U.S. Senator and co-sponsor of the McCain-Feingold Act
- Rev. Rob Schenck – Former religious lobbyist turned whistleblower
- James Bopp – Attorney, National Right to Life Committee
- David McIntosh – Co-founder, The Federalist Society
- Jonathan Riehl – Author, Inside The Federalist Society
- Maureen O’Connor – Former Chief Justice of Ohio
- Jane Mayer – Journalist and author of Dark Money
This film raises uncomfortable questions about the blurry line between political donations and legal bribery—and who’s really calling the shots in America.
🧠 Why ‘The Dark Money Game‘ Is A Must-Watch
HBO has a legacy of bold, eye-opening documentaries, and “The Dark Money Game” is no exception.
In an election year where campaign finance is once again under the spotlight, these films offer a timely, critical look at how unchecked money has transformed our political landscape.
If you’ve ever asked yourself “How did we get here?”—this is the docuseries that answers it.
📅 Release Dates & Where To Watch
- Release Date:
- Ohio Confidential – Tuesday, April 15 at 9 PM ET/PT
- Wealth of the Wicked – Wednesday, April 16 at 9 PM ET/PT
- Where to Watch: HBO and streaming on Max
🎬 Watch The Trailer For ‘The Dark Money Game‘
💬 Will You Be Watching?
“The Dark Money Game” is already generating buzz for its fearless deep dive into one of democracy’s most dangerous loopholes.
Will you be tuning in? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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