History of The Social Reckoning in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 14, 2026

The Social Reckoning, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, is a biographical drama film and a companion piece to The Social Network. The film is based on the events surrounding the 2021 Facebook leak by whistleblower Frances Haugen, which was covered in The Wall Street Journal's article series and podcast The Facebook Files. The film will star Mikey Madison, Jeremy Strong, Jeremy Allen White, Bill Burr, Wunmi Mosaku, Billy Magnussen, and Betty Gilpin.

2010: The Social Network Release

In 2010, The Social Network was released, and Aaron Sorkin was the screenwriter.

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January 2019: Scott Rudin Suggests Sequel Development

In January 2019, Aaron Sorkin revealed that producer Scott Rudin suggested the development of a screenplay for a sequel to The Social Network, citing interesting dramatic events since the original movie's end.

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July 18, 2019: Jesse Eisenberg Expresses Interest

On July 18, 2019, Jesse Eisenberg expressed interest in starring in the proposed sequel to The Social Network, citing Sorkin's genius.

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October 2020: Sorkin's Condition for Writing the Sequel

In October 2020, Aaron Sorkin announced he would only write the sequel's script if David Fincher returned as director of The Social Network.

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2020: The Trial of the Chicago 7 Release

In 2020, Aaron Sorkin worked on the film 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' as director.

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2021: Facebook Leak

In 2021, the Facebook leak by whistleblower Frances Haugen occurred, which became the focus of the new movie.

2022: Being the Ricardos Release

In 2022, Aaron Sorkin worked on the film 'Being the Ricardos' as director.

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2023: Fincher Discusses Sequel

In 2023, David Fincher told The Guardian that he and Sorkin have discussed a sequel to The Social Network, but referred to it as "that's a can of worms."

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April 2024: Sorkin Working on New Facebook Movie

In April 2024, Aaron Sorkin said he had been working on the script for a new Facebook movie tied to the January 6 United States Capitol attack.

June 2025: Casting Underway

By June 2025, casting for the film's ensemble was underway, and the film was seen as a potential breakthrough for rising stars, similar to The Social Network's impact on Eisenberg and Garfield's careers.

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June 2025: Sequel Development

In June 2025, a follow-up to The Social Network entered development with Aaron Sorkin attached as both writer and director. Casting for the film's ensemble was also underway.

June 2025: Development of The Social Network Part II

In June 2025, the film, initially titled The Social Network Part II, entered development with Aaron Sorkin as writer and director, focusing on the 2021 Facebook leak reported in The Facebook Files.

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July 2025: Potential Cast Members Considered

In July 2025, Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, and Jeremy Strong were being considered for roles in The Social Reckoning.

September 2025: Casting Announcements

In September 2025, Bill Burr joined the cast, while Strong, Madison, and White were confirmed, with Strong replacing Eisenberg. Garfield also confirmed his absence due to Saverin's real-life location.

September 2025: Title Change to The Social Reckoning

In September 2025, the film's title was changed to The Social Reckoning.

October 2025: Principal Photography Begins

In October 2025, principal photography began in Vancouver, for The Social Reckoning.

October 22, 2025: Principal Photography Begins

On October 22, 2025, principal photography for The Social Reckoning began in Vancouver under the working title Goliath, with Jeff Cronenweth as cinematographer.

March 2026: Alexandre Desplat to Score The Social Reckoning

In March 2026, Alexandre Desplat was confirmed to provide the musical score for The Social Reckoning, replacing Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross from the previous film.