A six-year-old documentary series now available on HBO Max delves into the heated conflict between Professor Didier Raoult and six individuals who accused him of scientific misconduct, including his own daughter. Titled Professor Raoult vs. the Cherry Scooters, the series revisits the controversy around hydroxychloroquine, a drug Raoult promoted as a potential treatment for Covid-19. The documentary features Magali Carcopino-Tusoli, a doctor from Marseille and Raoult’s daughter, who told AFP that the series aims to "put an end to this story." The series explores the scientific debate over hydroxychloroquine, which was later found to be ineffective and possibly harmful against the coronavirus. Raoult, who became a controversial figure known as an "anti-system rock star" among some supporters, faced significant criticism from the scientific community due to methodological and ethical issues in his research. He was suspended from medical practice for two years by the Medical Council, and the key study he published on hydroxychloroquine was retracted by the journal that published it in late 2024. The documentary also highlights the "Cherry Scooters," a group formed on Twitter at the start of the pandemic. Comprised of individuals dedicated to scientific integrity, the collective challenged Raoult’s claims. The series focuses on six members, including Carcopino-Tusoli, Guillaume Limousin, Alexander Samuel, Fabrice Frank, a nurse named Frédérique Delestaing, and another individual whose name is not disclosed. The series details how they scrutinized Raoult’s research to expose its flaws and also addresses the cyberbullying they faced. Carcopino-Tusoli initially joined the collective using a pseudonym, without the other members knowing her identity as Raoult’s daughter. When her identity was revealed, it caused tension within the group. She said she felt seen as an individual rather than just as Raoult’s daughter and described the experience as having a "very therapeutic aspect," despite the challenges. The documentary’s director and co-writer, Caroline Benarrosh, notes that the series covers both the broader narrative of the pandemic and the role of Raoult, as well as the personal journey of the collective. Raoult declined to comment on his relationship with his daughter, saying, "I don't want to talk about it." However, co-writer and producer Martin Boudot emphasized that the series is more about the collective’s scientific efforts than this personal conflict. Raoult stated in the series that he has "no regrets: I only did my job." His daughter, however, criticizes him for not questioning his own actions, saying he created confusion to position himself as a savior. She has not spoken to Raoult in 15 years, as their relationship has been severed.