The Pentagon Papers (2003)
His greatest act of patriotism was an act of treason.
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.
Director: Rod Holcomb
Genre: Drama, Thriller, History
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: March 9, 2003
Cast
- James Spader - Daniel Ellsberg
- Claire Forlani - Patricia Marx
- Paul Giamatti - Anthony Russo
- Alan Arkin - Harry Rowen
- Kenneth Welsh - John McNaughon
- Maria del Mar - Carol Ellsberg
- Aaron Ashmore - Randy Kehler
- Jonas Chernick - Neil Sheehan
- Martin Roach - Sgt. Watson
- Bruce Gooch - Supreme Court Marshal
Screenplay
Music: Normand Corbeil
Cinematography: Michael Mayers
Editing: Christopher Nelson
Production: FX Networks, City Entertainment, Paramount Television
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Rod Holcomb
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Pentagon Papers about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Pentagon Papers?
- The Pentagon Papers was directed by Rod Holcomb.
- Who stars in The Pentagon Papers?
- The Pentagon Papers stars James Spader, Claire Forlani, Paul Giamatti, Alan Arkin, Kenneth Welsh, Maria del Mar.
- How long is The Pentagon Papers?
- The Pentagon Papers has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is The Pentagon Papers?
- The Pentagon Papers is a Drama, Thriller, History film.
- Where was The Pentagon Papers produced?
- The Pentagon Papers was produced in United States of America.