The House Un-American Activities Committee, commonly known as HUAC, investigated alleged communist influence in American institutions during the late 1940s and 1950s. Hollywood became one of its most visible targets.
Why Hollywood was targeted
Films reached millions of Americans, making the industry politically important. HUAC questioned writers, directors and actors about alleged communist associations, while studios faced pressure to distance themselves from people accused of radical politics.
The blacklist that followed damaged careers and became a lasting symbol of Cold War pressure on creative work. Explore the Hollywood archive.
The historical lesson
The HUAC era remains relevant to discussions of political freedom, employment and the responsibilities of cultural institutions.
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