Television has the power to entertain and inform, but it’s a medium driven mainly by what audiences want to watch. Something controversial or provocative, whether a rousing season finale or an important historical event, can easily become a ratings hit. The allure has made television both essential for our understanding of the world and fragile because of how easily it can be manipulated.
TV Lies, Scandals, and Meltdowns—10 Movies That Got It Right
