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Anatomy of a Scandal

Anatomy of a Scandal

Not everyone is entitled to the truth.

20227.01 Season6 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Sophie's privileged life as the wife of powerful politician James unravels when scandalous secrets surface — and he stands accused of a shocking crime.

Created by Sarah Vaughan
Written by Sarah Vaughan
NetworksNetflix

Top Cast

Sienna Miller

Sienna Miller

Sophie Whitehouse

Rupert Friend

Rupert Friend

James Whitehouse

Michelle Dockery

Michelle Dockery

Kate Woodcroft

Naomi Scott

Naomi Scott

Olivia Lytton

Josette Simon

Josette Simon

Angela Regan

Joshua McGuire

Joshua McGuire

Chris Clarke

S

Sebastian Selwood

Finn Whitehouse

Amelie Bea Smith

Amelie Bea Smith

Emily Whitehouse

Ben Radcliffe

Ben Radcliffe

Young James

Themes & Keywords

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About Anatomy of a Scandal

Anatomy of a Scandal is a drama series that first aired in 2022 exploring themes of based on novel or book, scandal, politician, elite, miniseries, courtroom. Created by Sarah Vaughan, it stars Sienna Miller, Rupert Friend, Michelle Dockery. Sophie's privileged life as the wife of powerful politician James unravels when scandalous secrets surface — and he stands accused of a shocking crime.

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