Trust - Navigating the Complexity of Family and Money
Trust is an American drama television series created by Simon Beaufoy, based on the 1973 kidnapping of John Paul Getty III. The series stars Donald Sutherland, Hilary Swank, Brendan Fraser, Harris Dickinson, and Anna Chancellor. The series follows the Getty family as they grapple with the aftermath of the kidnapping and its effects on the family. The series follows John Paul Getty III's grandfather, J. Paul Getty, the family's patriarch and one of the wealthiest men in the world, as he struggles to come to terms with his grandson's kidnapping and the lengths he will go to to protect his fortune.
Trust has been praised for its performances, particularly Sutherland's, and its exploration of complex themes such as family, wealth, and power. It has also been criticized for its slow pacing and its lack of focus on the kidnapping itself. Despite this, the series has been a success, receiving numerous awards, including Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Critics' Choice Television Awards. The series has also spawned numerous books, games, and other merchandise.