Holmes Mania Drives New Media Surge
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Nathan Fielder’s documentary‑cum‑psychodrama *You Can See Everything* has become the highest‑grossing U.S. documentary in 15 years, topping the box‑office just two weeks after its release.
The film, co‑directed by Lance Oppenheim, follows disgraced entrepreneur Elizabeth Holmes, who was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for defrauding investors after Theranos collapsed.
The documentary’s success has spurred renewed interest in Holmes‑related media: John Carreyrou’s book *Bad Blood* has returned to bestseller lists; the ABC News podcast *The Dropout*, hosted by Rebecca Jarvis, reported a 900 % surge in listeners; and the Disney/Hulu series *The Dropout* saw a 700 % bump in viewers, now ranking #47 on IMDb’s “Most popular TV shows” list.
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Timeline
- On January 1 2003 Theranos founded by Elizabeth Holmes and Sunny Balwani.
- On January 1 2019 Podcast "The Dropout" first released about Holmes.
- On October 17 2026 Guardian publishes review of Holmes documentary mania.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Increased viewership for related documentaries and series Possible long-term US impact: Sustained interest in biographical media about fraud Most affected groups: Audiences of documentary and streaming platforms Reader priority: Understanding cultural impact of high‑profile fraud cases
Coverage notes
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Primary report
The Guardian — Holmes Mania Drives New Media Surge
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