The Pentagon Papers
“His greatest act of patriotism was an act of treason.”
Synopsis
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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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
Sean McCann
John Mitchell
James Downing
H.R. Haldeman
Richard Fitzpatrick
John Ehrlichman
Amy Price-Francis
Jan Butler
George R. Robertson
Senator Fulbright
Robert Seeliger
FBI Agent
Roland Rothchild
FBI Agent
Damir Andrei
Leonard Boudin
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rod Holcomb
- Screenplay & Story
- Jason Horwitch
- Original Score
- Normand Corbeil
- Original Title
- The Pentagon Papers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- City Entertainment, Paramount Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rod Holcomb
Jason Horwitch
Normand Corbeil
Michael Mayers
Christopher Nelson
Joshua Maurer, Fritzi Horstman
Department Leadership Roster
Rod Holcomb
Director
Jason Horwitch
Writer
Fritzi Horstman
Producer
Michael Mayers
Director of Photography
Christopher Nelson
Editor
Normand Corbeil
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 The Pentagon Papers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 principal cast of The Pentagon Papers includes James Spader, Claire Forlani, Paul Giamatti, Alan Arkin, Kenneth Welsh.
When was The Pentagon Papers released and how long is it?
The Pentagon Papers was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Pentagon Papers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Pentagon Papers was composed by Normand Corbeil.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).