The Last Debate
"To save America's future, they had to destroy a candidate's past."
Originally released in 2000. The Last Debate is a drama/tv movie film. directed by John Badham.
Starring James Garner, Peter Gallagher, and Audra McDonald
Synopsis
A presidential debate, unconfirmed rumors and four reporters who take the political process into their own hands. With the election only a week away, the two candidates square off in a final debate. The televised event takes a dramatic turn when the moderator and three panelists confront one of the candidates with unconfirmed rumors and allegations. The debate quickly turns into a witch hunt and destroys one politician's career. They also give Tom Chapman, the up-and-coming reporter investigating the panel's ambush, the story of a lifetime: What went on behind the last debate.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
James Garner
as Mike Howley
Peter Gallagher
as Tom Chapman
Audra McDonald
as Barbara Manning
Donna Murphy
as Joan Naylor
Marco Sanchez
as Henry Ramirez
Dorian Harewood
as Brad Lily
Jack Turpin
as Michael Riley
Bruce Gray
as Governor Paul L. Greene
Stephen Young
as Richard Meredith
Lawrence Dane
as Sidney Robert Mulvane
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Television
- Scott Free Productions
- Showtime Networks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Debate about?
A presidential debate, unconfirmed rumors and four reporters who take the political process into their own hands. With the election only a week away, the two candidates square off in a final debate...
Who directed The Last Debate?
The Last Debate was directed by John Badham.
How long is The Last Debate?
The Last Debate has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Last Debate released?
The Last Debate was released on November 5, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Last Debate?
The main cast of The Last Debate includes James Garner, Peter Gallagher, Audra McDonald, Donna Murphy, Marco Sanchez.