Brighton Screening of The Social Reckoning
A thrilling biographical legal thriller film that exposes the dark secrets of social media giant Facebook is coming to Brighton's Duke of York's Picturehouse. The Social Reckoning, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, is a gripping story that follows a young Facebook engineer who teams up with a Wall Street Journal reporter to reveal the truth about the company's practices.
Dir: Aaron Sorkin
Cast: Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Betty Gilpin, Bill Burr, Wunmi Mosaku, Billy Magnussen, Gbenga Akinnagbe
113 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English
Rotten Tomatoes 54% · TMDB 7/10 · Trakt 70%
Are you ready to uncover the truth behind the social media giant Facebook? The Social Reckoning, a biographical legal thriller film, is set to screen at the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Written and directed by the acclaimed Aaron Sorkin, this film tells the story of Frances Haugen, a young Facebook engineer who enlists the help of Jeff Horwitz, a Wall Street Journal reporter, to expose the company's most guarded secrets. With a talented cast, including Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, and Jeremy Strong, this film is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Social Reckoning is a 113-minute film, rated 15, and is a follow-up to Sorkin's 2010 film The Social Network. The film has received mixed reviews from critics, with a 54% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 7/10 rating on TMDB from 130 users. However, viewers have praised the film's thought-provoking story, with some calling it an "infuriating and essential wake-up call" and others appreciating its timely and important message.
The film's reception has been notable, with some critics praising its sharp entertainment value and others finding it inferior to its predecessor. Viewers have also shared their thoughts, with some enjoying the film's pace and performances, while others have found it lacking in power and relevance. Despite the mixed reactions, the film has sparked important discussions about the impact of social media on our lives and the need for accountability.
The Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton will be screening The Social Reckoning on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article. Don't miss this opportunity to see a thought-provoking film that will leave you questioning the true cost of social media. With its gripping story, talented cast, and important message, The Social Reckoning is a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
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What viewers say
fasterfilmcritic · 6/10
The Social Reckoning has an alarming and important story to tell, yet there's little power in its delivery. Jeremy Strong is great as Zuckerberg and the film moves at a decent pace, but Aaron Sorkin was just the wrong writer/director for the project. The message needed to punch you rather than merely wave. I did enjoy it, but there was so much unrealized potential.
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inzombniac · 8/10
I prefer Mikey's performance in this to Anora (did not like), SO MUCH MORE. this a subset of viewers will, too
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morphinapg · 9/10
The poster would make you think this is a sequel to the Social Network and that Mark Zuckerberg is the main character here. No. This is a story about investigative journalism with the journalist and his source as the main characters. And honestly, I loved that. Feels a lot like All the President's Men and it is a crucially important story for anybody who spends a lot of time on the internet. Algorithms aren't there to show you what most people…
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Rin J Tohsaka · 6/10
Obviously inferior to the amazing The Social Network, the Social Reckoning is just a let down. Although I will say that some of acting is still nice especially Mikey Madison but still just doesn’t feel same that Aaron Sorkin directing this without David Fincher compare to The Social Network where despite some of dialogue, both still make a good team.
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juliosoft · 6/10
I liked it—it makes you angry to see that the bosses put business before people's well-being; even the storming of the Capitol didn't make them react.
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BatmanWithClaws · 6/10
65/100. Lo peor que tiene *The Social Reckoning (El precio de la red)* son las comparaciones que tiene con *The Social Network (La red social)*. Mientras que su primera parte fue una de las mejores películas de su año, esta película está... bien. Lo que le falta es la magia que le imprimió David Fincher como director. Empecemos con lo positivo: el guion de Aaron Sorkin está bastante bien. No es el mejor trabajo de su carrera, pero creo que sigue…
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Zuze29 · 6/10
The Social Reckoning completely changes the way you'll view casually scrolling online. It tears the cover off the evil power of cyber communication and the obsessed business leaders that birthed it, forefronting the harsh effects it can cause. It sheds light on the rapid speed in which lies thrive when unrestrained and amplified by a corrupt algorithm. All very important topics. However, the film is dragged down by its monotonous middle hour and…
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AlfieSGD · 5/10
Aaron Sorkin is one of the few screenwriters with a very distinctive style that’s easy to recognize. Above all, his characters are usually neurotic and engage in very unnatural, drawn-out monologues - which are, at the same time, clever and funny. And generally speaking, I’m a fan of his screenplays. When it comes to directing, however, I definitely prefer it when someone else polishes Sorkin’s words a bit during the adaptation. That’s why "The…
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