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The Loudest Voice

The Loudest Voice is a 2019 American limited television series based on Gabriel Sherman’s book *The Loudest Voice in the Room*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Loudest Voice is a 2019 American limited television series based on Gabriel Sherman’s book *The Loudest Voice in the Room*. It dramatizes the rise of Fox News founder Roger Ailes and the allegations of sexual harassment that led to his downfall. The series stars Russell Crowe as Ailes and premiered on Showtime in 2019.

Premise

The series dramatizes Roger Ailes’s career, especially the period when he helped build Fox News into a major conservative cable news outlet. It also incorporates flashbacks to earlier events in his life and career.

Cast and production

Russell Crowe plays Roger Ailes, and Naomi Watts and Sienna Miller are among the featured cast members. The series was directed by Kari Skogland and released as a limited series in 2019.

Source material

The show is based on Gabriel Sherman’s 2014 book *The Loudest Voice in the Room*, which examines Ailes’s role in building Fox News and his influence on U.S. politics.

Reception and subject matter

The series was noted for its adult themes, including sexual harassment, workplace abuse, and political manipulation. Reviews and viewer guidance described it as a serious, adult-oriented drama.

Key facts

  • The series focuses on Roger Ailes, the founder of Fox News.
  • It is a seven-part limited series.
  • The narrative covers Ailes’s rise within conservative media and his influence on American politics.
  • It also depicts the sexual harassment allegations and settlements that ended his tenure at Fox News.
  • Russell Crowe portrays Roger Ailes, with Naomi Watts and Sienna Miller among the principal cast.
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Canadian context

The series was available to Canadian viewers through Apple TV Canada, reflecting cross-border distribution of U.S. prestige television.[8]

Frequently asked questions

What is The Loudest Voice about?
It is a limited drama series about Roger Ailes, the founder of Fox News, focusing on his rise in media and the allegations that led to his resignation.
How many episodes does it have?
It is a seven-part limited series.
Who stars as Roger Ailes?
Russell Crowe plays Roger Ailes.
What book is it based on?
It is based on Gabriel Sherman’s *The Loudest Voice in the Room*.
When did it premiere?
It premiered in 2019 on Showtime.
What genre is it?
It is a drama limited series.

References

  1. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-loudest-voice/umc.cmc.r7wtgdpqr72ba01jo70hso3x
    Supports: Series premise, year, runtime, cast, director.
  2. Prime Video — https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Loudest-Voice/0HX2A69LJITK0Y2T38QAYLM35E
    Supports: Seven-part limited series, premise, year, genre.
  3. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/the-loudest-voice/1000725200/
    Supports: Seven-part limited series and premise about Roger Ailes and Fox News.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6821044/
    Supports: Source material, premise, founder of Fox News, series context.
  5. Common Sense Media — https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/the-loudest-voice
    Supports: Adult themes, cast, premiere date, network, genre.
  6. Apple TV Canada — https://tv.apple.com/ca/show/the-loudest-voice/umc.cmc.r7wtgdpqr72ba01jo70hso3x
    Supports: Canadian availability.