Sam McAlister, the protagonist of new Netflix movie Scoop, has confirmed that she did make the film s "Randy Andy" comment to Prince Andrew in real life.
The true story behind Scoop on Netflix, which explores Prince Andrew s shocking interview with BBC s Newsnight, discussing Jeffrey Epstein and sexual assault.
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The actress, 55, who plays Newsnight s Emily Maitlis in the movie, shares a glimpse from the make-up trailer and documented co-star Rufus Sewell s transformation into Prince Andrew.
Some remarked that the film felt like the film - based on one of the most famous moments in UK media - missed the real story and lacks the investigative spirit and sense of paranoia .