Trump Biopic 'The Apprentice' Faces Mixed Reception and Distribution Challenges

The film explores Donald Trump's rise under the mentorship of Roy Cohn but struggles with U.S. audiences and distribution hurdles.

The Apprentice, starring Sebastian Stan as Trump and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn, depicts Trump's early career in New York City.
The film has been criticized by Trump and his supporters, calling it a defamatory portrayal released close to the 2024 Presidential Election.
Despite positive reviews at Cannes, The Apprentice faced distribution issues due to political pressures and a controversial scene depicting an alleged incident involving Trump.
The movie performed poorly at the U.S. box office, with most viewers coming from urban liberal areas, but found better success internationally, especially in the UK and France.
The film's production team, largely composed of international members, aimed to offer an objective look at Trump's history, appealing more to audiences outside the U.S.