Set against the tumultuous 1970s, the story follows Katharine Graham, the brave publisher of The Washington Post, and her editor, Ben Bradlee. When secret documents are leaked revealing the hidden truth about the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War, Graham and Bradlee face an ethical and professional dilemma. The documents, which show how various administrations have deceived the public for years, shake the foundations of the government and jeopardize the survival of the newspaper itself.
As pressure mounts and with the legal threat from the White House looming over them, Graham, a woman in a male-dominated world, must decide whether to leap into the abyss of truth, risking the lives and careers of her team. The film showcases the clash between press freedom and political power, as the protagonists navigate a series of personal and professional adversities. With an extraordinary cast that includes Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks, the story explores courage and determination at a crucial moment in history, where not only the future of a newspaper is at stake, but also the public's right to know the truth. Facing a system trying to silence the voice of the media, Graham becomes a symbol of the fight for independence and justice in journalism.