The Pentagon Papers
This compelling political drama is based on the true story of high-ranking Pentagon official Daniel Ellsberg, who, during the Nixon era, strove to preserve American democracy by leaking top-secret documents to the New York Times and Washington Post. The documents in question would eventually become famous as the Pentagon Papers, which revealed the true reasons for U.S. involvement in Vietnam.
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The Pentagon Papers scores 5.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers stars James Spader, Claire Forlani, Paul Giamatti, Alan Arkin, and Kenneth Welsh. Rod Holcomb is the director.
How long is The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).
When did The Pentagon Papers come out?
The Pentagon Papers was released on March 9, 2003.
Which studio made The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers was produced by City Entertainment and Paramount Television in the United States.
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