New Documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' Spotlights Journalist Amy Goodman

The film explores Goodman's work on the long-running 'Democracy Now!' news program.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 7:03pm

A new documentary titled 'Steal This Story, Please!' is debuting a trailer ahead of its premiere in April. The film explores the life and career of independent investigative journalist Amy Goodman, the host and co-founder of the progressive news program 'Democracy Now!', which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Directed by Oscar-nominated, Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Tia Lessin and Carl Deal, the documentary will be released as newsrooms shrink, mainstream media consolidates, and social media manipulates the meaning of truth.

Why it matters

The film presents Goodman as an important figure in the movement for independent media that amplifies voices often left out of the mainstream conversation. As traditional journalism faces challenges, the documentary highlights the continued importance of investigative reporting and alternative news sources.

The details

The documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' will premiere on April 10 at the IFC Center in New York. It will then debut in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other markets throughout April and May. Goodman will participate in Q&A sessions at many of the screenings. The film has already received acclaim, winning audience awards at several film festivals.

  • The documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' will premiere on April 10, 2026.
  • The film will debut in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other markets throughout April and May 2026.

The players

Amy Goodman

An independent investigative journalist and the host and co-founder of the progressive news program 'Democracy Now!', which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

Tia Lessin

An Oscar-nominated, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker who co-directed the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!'

Carl Deal

An Oscar-nominated, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker who co-directed the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!'

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What’s next

The documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' will premiere on April 10, 2026 at the IFC Center in New York. It will then debut in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other markets throughout April and May 2026.

The takeaway

As traditional journalism faces challenges, the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' highlights the continued importance of investigative reporting and alternative news sources like 'Democracy Now!' in amplifying underrepresented voices and holding the powerful accountable.