The Assassination of Richard Nixon

"The Assassination of Richard Nixon" is a drama film released in 2004, directed by Niels Mueller. The movie stars Sean Penn, Naomi Watts, and Don Cheadle. It is a fictionalized account inspired by the true story of Samuel Byck, who attempted to assassinate President Richard Nixon in 1974. The film follows a disillusioned man named Sam Bicke, played by Sean Penn, as he becomes increasingly unstable and decides to take drastic action against the government. Through its storytelling, the movie explores themes of alienation, delusion, and the consequences of unchecked anger.