1998
Academy Awards
0Wins
2Noms
Nom1998
Actor in a Leading Role
Dustin Hoffman
Nom1998
Writing (Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published)
Hilary Henkin, David Mamet
Wag the Dog
19971h 37mEnglish
Accolades
2Oscar
Nominations3Golden Globe
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Synopsis
During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.
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Details
Genres
ComedyDrama
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Awards & Recognition
Award Recognition
5
Nominations
2 Oscar · 3 Golden Globe
Nominated
- Actor in a Leading Role · Dustin Hoffman
- Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy · Dustin Hoffman
- Best Screenplay - Motion Picture · Hilary Henkin
- Writing (Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published) · Hilary Henkin, David Mamet
Full award breakdown
1998
Golden Globes
0Wins
3Noms
Nom1998
Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Wag the Dog
Nom1998
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Dustin Hoffman
Nom1998
Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Hilary Henkin
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