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Wag the Dog

  • Comedy
  • Drama

December 25, 1997 (US)

1h 37m

A comedy about truth, justice and other special effects.

During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.

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