The Comey Rule facts for kids
The Comey Rule is a TV show called a miniseries. It's based on a book by James Comey, who used to be the head of the FBI. The show tells the story of Mr. Comey's time as FBI director while Donald Trump was the President of the United States.
What is The Comey Rule About?
This TV show explores the time when James Comey was the director of the FBI. The FBI is a very important government agency in the United States. Its job is to investigate crimes and protect the country. Mr. Comey was in charge of the FBI when Donald Trump became president. The miniseries shows how these two important figures interacted during that time.
Making the Show
The idea for The Comey Rule was first announced in October 2019. A talented writer and director named Billy Ray was chosen to write and direct it. The show was made by CBS Television Studios.
Who Plays Who?
Many well-known actors joined the cast to bring this story to life.
- Jeff Daniels plays James Comey.
- Brendan Gleeson plays Donald Trump.
- Peter Coyote plays Robert Mueller.
Other actors in the show include Michael Kelly, Jennifer Ehle, Holly Hunter, Steven Pasquale, Oona Chaplin, Scoot McNairy, William Sadler, and T. R. Knight.
Release Information
In June 2020, the show's official name was announced as The Comey Rule. It is a short series, meaning it has only two episodes. Together, these two episodes are about four hours long. The show first aired on September 27 and 28, 2020, over two nights.
