Seized

Seized is a documentary centered on the town of Marion, Kansas, which gained global attention following a police raid on the local newspaper, the Marion County Record. The film examines the subsequent death of the publication's 98-year-old co-owner and the resulting arguments over the US Constitution, journalistic ethics, and the misuse of authority.

The film was directed by Sharon Liese, who also served as a producer alongside Sasha Alpert and Paul Matyasovsky. Produced in the United States, the project received support from several production companies, including Impact Partners, Catapult Film Fund, Herizon Productions, and Perspective Fund. Released on January 25, 2026, the documentary has a runtime of 94 minutes.