Barbarians at the Gate

In this captivating drama inspired by actual events, we follow F. Ross Johnson as he navigates the cutthroat world of corporate America in an attempt to revive his struggling tobacco company RJR Nabisco. The failure of launching a groundbreaking product, the smokeless cigarette Premier, puts pressure on Johnson to take action. Rather than give up, he makes a bold and risky decision - buying out the entire firm himself. Through intense boardroom battles, strategic maneuvers, and personal struggles, this movie explores themes of ambition, leadership, and the consequences of corporate greed as it delves into the fascinating story behind one CEO's fight to save his company.