The Looming Tower
Series Overview
While Osama bin Laden and Al-Qaeda become a global threat, the rivalry between the CIA and FBI inadvertently sets the stage for the tragedy of 9/11 and the Iraq War.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 10 Episodes
50 min per episode
2018 – 2018
Premiered: Wed, Feb 28, 2018
Lawrence Wright
Dan Futterman
Alex GibneyLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 10: “9/11”
Nobody can get a hold of O'Neill on Sept. 11, 2001; Soufan's evacuation from Yemen stops short as the CIA Station Chief gives him the answers he has been seeking from the CIA; Schmidt is reinstated into Alec Station; Soufan interrogates Abu Jandal.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Looming Tower - Official Trailer [HD] | Prime Video UKOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-15
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lawrence Wright, Dan Futterman, Alex Gibney
Lawrence Wright, Shannon Houston, Ali Selim
Will Bates
Lauren Whitney, Dan Futterman, Ali Soufan, Adam Rapp, Alex Gibney
Department Leadership Roster
Lauren Whitney
Producer
Ali Soufan
Producer
Peter Feldman
Producer
Lester Cohen
Production Design
Will Bates
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Looming Tower
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What is The Looming Tower about?
While Osama bin Laden and Al-Qaeda become a global threat, the rivalry between the CIA and FBI inadvertently sets the stage for the tragedy of 9/11 and the Iraq War.
How many seasons does The Looming Tower have?
The Looming Tower comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Looming Tower?
Key cast members in The Looming Tower include Jeff Daniels, Tahar Rahim, Wrenn Schmidt, Bill Camp, Louis Cancelmi.
Who created or directed The Looming Tower?
The Looming Tower was developed and directed by Lawrence Wright, Dan Futterman, Alex Gibney.