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Desert One 2020

This gripping documentary explores the ill-fated US military operation to rescue American hostages held in Tehran, Iran, in 1980. Through interviews and archival footage, acclaimed filmmaker Barbara Kopple examines the mounting tensions and high stakes surrounding the mission, revealing the complexities and ultimate failure of "Desert One" and the lasting impact on those who participated.

This gripping documentary explores the ill-fated US military operation to rescue American hostages held in Tehran, Iran, in 1980. Through interviews and archival footage, acclaimed filmmaker Barbara Kopple examines the mounting tensions and high stakes surrounding the mission, revealing the complexities and ultimate failure of "Desert One" and the lasting impact on those who participated.

Does Desert One have end credit scenes?

No!

Desert One does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Metacritic

80

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Rotten Tomatoes
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88%

TOMATOMETER

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92%

User Score

IMDb

7.3 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

62

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Movie Insider

4.00/5

From 11 fan ratings

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