The Fifth Estate is a biographical thriller film where Benedict Cumberbatch plays the role of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. The movie explores the rise of WikiLeaks and its impact on global politics and journalism. Cumberbatch delivers a captivating performance, capturing Assange's enigmatic personality and the ethical dilemmas surrounding his actions. The Fifth Estate is a thought-provoking film that raises questions about the power of information and the role of whistleblowers in society.