The Holdout

What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Holdout

Graham Moore · Book · 2020

If you loved The Holdout, start with Juror #2 (Clint Eastwood, 2024) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Holdout across media.

If The Holdout hooked you, it is because you crave stories where the justice system collides with messy, life-altering moral dilemmas.

Films on the same thread

Juror #2

Juror #2

Clint Eastwood · Film · 2024

Shares 3 threads with The Holdout: Justice System, Legal Thriller, Courtroom Drama.

Like The Holdout, this film forces a juror to confront a crushing moral weight. You will recognize the same tension between personal conscience and the rigid machinery of justice.

The Housemaid

The Housemaid

Paul Feig · Film · 2025

Shares a thread with The Holdout: Psychological Thriller.

This story mirrors the psychological manipulation found in The Holdout. You will find the same unsettling game of secrets and power dynamics that keeps you questioning everyone involved.

The Outfit

The Outfit

Graham Moore · Film · 2022

Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Deception, Hidden Identity.

Written by the author of The Holdout, this film captures a similar atmosphere of hidden identities and moral ambiguity, perfect for those who enjoy watching characters navigate dangerous deceptions.

Presumed Innocent

Presumed Innocent

Alan J. Pakula · Film · 1990

Shares 3 threads with The Holdout: Legal Thriller, Courtroom Drama, Psychological Thriller.

This classic legal thriller delivers the same intensity as The Holdout. You will appreciate how it traps a man in a cycle of suspicion, betrayal, and courtroom drama.

Series on the same thread

The Night Of

The Night Of

Richard Price · Series · 2016

Shares 2 threads with The Holdout: Legal Thriller, Psychological Thriller.

If the wrongful accusation themes of The Holdout drew you in, this series provides a gritty, realistic look at the devastating consequences of being caught in the justice system.

How to Get Away with Murder

How to Get Away with Murder

Peter Nowalk · Series · 2014

Shares 2 threads with The Holdout: Legal Thriller, Courtroom Drama.

Much like the high-stakes atmosphere of The Holdout, this show explores the intersection of law and morality, where secrets and lies determine the fate of those involved in trials.

Defending Jacob

Defending Jacob

Mark Bomback · Series · 2020

Shares 3 threads with The Holdout: Legal Thriller, Psychological Thriller, Courtroom Drama.

This series echoes the domestic and legal anxiety of The Holdout. You will find the same focus on how a single accusation can tear a family apart from within.

The Lincoln Lawyer

The Lincoln Lawyer

David E. Kelley · Series · 2022

Shares 2 threads with The Holdout: Justice System, Courtroom Drama.

This show offers a sharp look at the criminal justice system that complements The Holdout. You will enjoy the moral ambiguity of a lawyer navigating the complexities of guilt.

Podcasts on the same thread

The Dropout

The Dropout

ABC News · Podcast · 2026

This investigative journey into deception mirrors the media influence and public scrutiny seen in The Holdout, highlighting how ambition can cause a total collapse of personal ethics.

Criminal

Criminal

Podcast

Explores: Justice, Wrongful Conviction, Morality.

If you enjoyed the exploration of guilt and innocence in The Holdout, this podcast offers a compelling, real-world look at the moral complexities of the justice system.

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Common questions

Is The Holdout currently being adapted for television?

Yes, The Holdout is in development as a limited series. The project will feature Amy Adams, who is also serving as an executive producer for the production.

Who is the author of The Holdout?

The Holdout was written by Graham Moore. He is a bestselling author and an Academy Award-winning screenwriter known for his work on The Imitation Game.

Was The Holdout an ID Book Club selection?

Yes, The Holdout was selected as an ID Book Club selection. The novel is also recognized as a New York Times bestseller.

What is the premise of The Holdout?

The Holdout follows a juror who changed a verdict during a trial. The story explores the consequences of that decision and asks what happens if her choice was wrong, creating a suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse.

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