Desert One movie on The History Channel brings to life the story of the hostages held inside the American Embassy during the Iranian Revolution. At a moment when tensions once again rise between the governments of Iran and the U.S., old wounds remain painfully current for many on each side who detail their recollections in the film.
What is The History Channel Movie About?
Desert One docu drama brings the one of the most complex and emotional rescues mission ever attempted.
It is the thrilling story of a group of Americans working together to overcome the most difficult problem of their lives. Among those Americans is President Carter, readying to face a re-election challenge when self-described student revolutionaries suddenly take power in Iran.
Publicly he takes a posture of pursuing diplomatic talks as his only answer, knowing this will create a perception of weakness that may be exploited by his opponents, but in secret he green-lights the training for a rescue mission.
America’s Special Forces are also in uncharted territory as they ready for this one-of-a-kind operation. Those who volunteer for the mission are forced to largely invent from scratch the techniques and strategies to accomplish Carter’s goal.
Most have never worked together, drawn from several different military branches. Lingering doubts begin to fade as they train for the mission.
Finally, the day arrives, April 24, 1980, and the heart-pounding and unforeseen events experienced by this rare group will forever unite them.
What is the Cast of Desert One History Channel Film?
James Q. Roberts, John Limbert, Gerald Rafshoon, Jimmy Carter, Faizeh Moslehi star in the film as self. Francisco Bello adapts the true events for the film.
Desert One (2021)
Directed By: Barbara Kopple
Cast: James Q. Roberts, John Limbert, Gerald Rafshoon, Jimmy Carter, Faizeh Moslehi
Network: The History Channel
Release Date: September 12 2021, 8 PM ET/PT
Genre: True Story
What is the Release Date of the Docu Film?
Desert One premieres on The History Channel on September 12 2021 at 8 PM ET/PT.
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