The main purpose for the attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment on November 24, 2014, was to stop the release of the movie The Interview.

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This is confirmed by numerous sources, including the US government's FBI investigation report. The hackers, who were later linked to North Korea, threatened Sony Pictures with further attacks if the movie was released. Sony ultimately cancelled the planned theatrical release of The Interview, but later made it available through various digital platforms.

The Main Purpose for the Attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment