Bodyguard of Lies
Synopsis
Exposes the tangled web of deception spun by the U.S. government during its 20-year war in Afghanistan, revealing the campaign of lies and misinformation fed to the American public. Through shocking testimonies from government insiders, confidential documents, and private audio recordings of those at the highest levels of the military and elected leadership, this gripping documentary urges a reckoning with the wider implications of government deception on a global scale.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-08-13
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 11 DaysTribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 12, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 23, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dan Krauss
- Original Score
- Avey Tare, Geologist
- Original Title
- Bodyguard of Lies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Afghanistan
- Spoken Languages
- English, Pushto
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- See It Now Studios, Jigsaw Productions, Amblin Documentaries, The Washington Post
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dan Krauss
Avey Tare, Geologist
Paul Snyder
Alex Gibney, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Brad Hebert, Susan Zirinsky
Department Leadership Roster
Dan Krauss
Director
Alex Gibney
Producer
Darryl Frank
Producer
Justin Falvey
Producer
Brad Hebert
Producer
Susan Zirinsky
Producer
Terence Wrong
Producer
Ahmad Sharifi
Producer
Paul Snyder
Editor
Avey Tare
Original Music Composer
Geologist
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bodyguard of Lies
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What is Bodyguard of Lies about?
Exposes the tangled web of deception spun by the U.S. government during its 20-year war in Afghanistan, revealing the campaign of lies and misinformation fed to the American public. Through shocking testimonies from government insiders, confidential documents, and private audio recordings of those at the highest levels of the military and elected leadership, this gripping documentary urges a reckoning with the wider implications of government deception on a global scale.
Who directed Bodyguard of Lies?
Bodyguard of Lies was directed by Dan Krauss.
Who stars in Bodyguard of Lies?
The principal cast of Bodyguard of Lies includes Not specified.
When was Bodyguard of Lies released and how long is it?
Bodyguard of Lies was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Bodyguard of Lies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bodyguard of Lies was composed by Avey Tare, Geologist.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bodyguard of Lies?
Bodyguard of Lies holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).