The Crown Prince & The President

The Crown Prince & The President (2026)



9.0 2026 90 min —

Director: Martin Smith

Cast: Martin Smith

Documentary
Deep into his second term, President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House. Nearly seven years had passed since a Saudi-led hit team assassinated journalist Jamal Khashoggi—a killing U.S. intelligence linked to MBS’s approval. This time, Trump called MBS a friend. From the Oval Office, the two unveiled a massive plan: Saudi Arabia would invest hundreds of billions of dollars into the United States. FRONTLINE’s new documentary, *The Crown Prince & the President*, weaves together over 100 interviews to explore the hidden forces uniting these two leaders and their nations—and to reveal what each truly stands to gain.

More About This Film

The Crown Prince & the President is a 2026 FRONTLINE documentary examining the relationship between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump. Rather than focusing only on personalities, the film looks at the political, economic, and strategic interests connecting Saudi Arabia and the United States.

Correspondent Martin Smith and producer-director Marcela Gaviria lead an investigation built from more than 100 interviews. The documentary considers arms agreements, investments, human-rights controversies, and the interests of people operating around the two leaders.

  • The documentary premiered June 30, 2026.
  • Martin Smith and Marcela Gaviria are among the principal filmmakers.
  • The production is based on more than 100 interviews.
  • FRONTLINE examined the relationship in the context of U.S.-Saudi politics and business.
  • The program is available through PBS and the PBS app.

Where to Watch

The Crown Prince & the President is officially available through PBS and FRONTLINE's digital platforms.