? Inside The Deal: Survival, Sacrifice, and the Price of Security

? Inside The Deal: Survival, Sacrifice, and the Price of Security

23:15 Jan 28, 2026
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In this episode, Tony Tellado dives into The Deal, a gripping near?future sci?fi thriller that imagines a world where survival comes at the ultimate cost. In this society, citizens can sign a contract guaranteeing twenty years of food, shelter, and stability — but when the clock runs out, so does their life. It’s a chilling, timely exploration of inequality, desperation, and the moral compromises people make when the system leaves them behind. Tony sits down with two of the creative forces behind the film — star and producer Sumalee Montano and legendary producer Dean Devlin (Independence Day, Stargate, Leverage) — to unpack how this haunting story came to life. Save 17% On Plus Now   
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