BBC iPlayer streams The Dropout, starring Amanda Seyfried

BBC iPlayer has released a new miniseries called The Dropout. This show tells the true story of a major medical scandal involving the company Theranos. Amanda Seyfried plays Elizabeth Holmes, who was once a university dropout and became a billionaire CEO. She falsely claimed that Theranos could change blood testing forever. The series explores how Holmes went from fame to failure very quickly. The Dropout is based on an ABC podcast hosted by journalist Rebecca Jarvis. It has eight episodes and features a strong cast, including Stephen Fry and William H. Macy. The show has received critical acclaim, earning six nominations at the Primetime Emmys. Seyfried won for Outstanding Lead Actress. Seyfried spoke about her role in an interview, emphasizing the excitement of portraying a real person with serious consequences. She described the experience as thrilling yet respectful. The full miniseries is available for streaming on BBC iPlayer at no extra cost.