Qanon (2021) — The Great Awakening:
A central narrative thread follows the Stewart family, illustrating how QAnon beliefs led to extreme domestic division. Family members describe a relative’s "awakening" as a "coronavirus of the mind," eventually leading them to contact national security hotlines out of concern.
The documentary centers on the "Great Awakening," a term used by followers to describe a supposed spiritual and political enlightenment where the public "wakes up" to a hidden "Deep State". The Great Awakening: QAnon (2021)
The 2021 documentary (also released as part of the Four Corners investigative series) explores the meteoric rise and real-world devastation of the QAnon movement. Directed by Jeanavive McGregor, the film focuses on the movement’s expansion from niche internet boards to a global phenomenon that has fractured families and influenced high-level politics. Core Themes and Narrative A central narrative thread follows the Stewart family,
You can find the documentary on platforms such as Apple TV or Google Play Movies for rent or purchase. The 2021 documentary (also released as part of
Critics have noted that the film, and others like HBO's Q: Into the Storm (also 2021), highlights the role of social media algorithms in radicalizing individuals by creating "echo chambers" of alternative reality. Viewing Options
The documentary received polarized feedback, reflecting the deep societal divides it portrays.
On IMDb , the film holds a relatively low rating (approx. 4.6/10), with reviews ranging from praise for its investigative depth to harsh criticism from those who feel it either "glorifies" or "villainizes" the movement.