
Q: Into the Storm
Who controls QAnon?
Synopsis
A three-year investigation chronicles the evolution of “Q” in real time, with access to key players, along with an examination of how the anonymous character uses conspiracy theories and information warfare to influence politics.
Episodes

Calm Before the Storm
Documentary filmmaker Cullen Hoback sets out to demystify the origins of QAnon, understand its mechanics, and search for clues that could identify Q. Traveling from the U.S. to South Africa, he gains unprecedented access to its earliest promoters, who reveal a suspicious shift in Q's behavior.
2021-03-21 · 58 min
Do You Believe in Coincidences?
Cullen travels to Manila where he meets the secretive team behind 8chan, the site where Q posts. After looking into Fred Brennan's motives for starting the site, the investigation turns to Jim and Ron Watkins, the reclusive father/son duo who own and operate 8chan. Back in the U.S., prominent QAnons get booted from a far-right conference.
2021-03-21 · 58 min
Disinformation Is Real
An anonymous insider gives Cullen a tip suggesting 8chan may have ties to Trump's inner circle. A rivalry emerges between old allies.
2021-03-28 · 58 min
Panic in D.C.
Jim goes before Congress for a hearing on hate speech. Cullen chases a lead suggesting Steve Bannon might be involved with Q.
2021-03-28 · 58 min
Game Over
As Cullen embeds with operatives seeking to exploit Q, Fred's rivalry with Jim escalates, forcing him to plan a great escape.
2021-04-04 · 58 min
The Storm
As QAnon-fueled conspiracies culminate in the U.S. Capitol siege, Cullen reveals the forces behind Q.
2021-04-04 · 58 minCast
Cullen HobackSelf – Filmmaker
Ron WatkinsSelf – 8chan Admin
Fredrick BrennanSelf – 8chan Creator
Craig JamesSelf – QTuber, JustInformed TalkMore like this
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