Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran
Synopsis
The documentary traces Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s long campaign to destroy Iran’s nuclear capabilities and counter its proxy forces, the conflict with the Palestinians, and the role of the U.S. through decades of difficulty in the region. Drawing on new, insider interviews, this two-hour special examines how long-running and escalating tensions between Israel and Iran erupted into all-out war in June 2025. The film also explores how multiple U.S. presidents have tried to manage the volatile issues at play.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Jacoby
- Screenplay & Story
- Anya Bourg, James Jacoby
- Original Title
- Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- FRONTLINE, Left/Right
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Jacoby
Anya Bourg, James Jacoby
Chris O'Coin
Anya Bourg, James Jacoby, Raney Aronson-Rath
Department Leadership Roster
James Jacoby
Director
Chris O'Coin
Editor
Anya Bourg
Writer
James Jacoby
Writer
Anya Bourg
Producer
James Jacoby
Producer
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What is Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran about?
The documentary traces Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s long campaign to destroy Iran’s nuclear capabilities and counter its proxy forces, the conflict with the Palestinians, and the role of the U.S. through decades of difficulty in the region. Drawing on new, insider interviews, this two-hour special examines how long-running and escalating tensions between Israel and Iran erupted into all-out war in June 2025. The film also explores how multiple U.S. presidents have tried to manage the volatile issues at play.
Who directed Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran?
Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran was directed by James Jacoby.
Who stars in Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran?
The principal cast of Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran includes Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, Michael Oren, Barack Obama, James Jacoby.
When was Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran released and how long is it?
Remaking the Middle East: Israel vs. Iran was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.