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When Heroes Lie (2012): Cast

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When Heroes Lie is a 2012 documentary starring Arto Halonen, Sandro Donati and Suvi Lindén. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes.

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When Heroes Lie (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 59m (119 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Finnish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is When Heroes Lie About?

The premise of When Heroes Lie without spoilers.

A significant doping scandal shook the 2001 cross-country skiing world championship in Lahti, Finland, resulting in numerous disqualifications. Athletes, especially from the host nation, were found to have used illegal performance-enhancing drugs, foreshadowing further controversies at the subsequent Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The film examines the history of doping in sports from the 1970s to the present, incorporating archival footage and interviews with skiers, coaches, and experts.

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Cast & crew

When Heroes Lie Cast

Arto Halonen leads the cast, with Sandro Donati and Suvi Lindén.

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When Heroes Lie Trailers & Videos

The trailer of When Heroes Lie.

WHEN HEROES LIE - Official Trailer 2012 (HD)
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When Heroes Lie Also Known As

Also known as “När hjältarna ljuger”.

Also known as
  • När hjältarna ljuger

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FAQ

When Heroes Lie FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of When Heroes Lie, each answered in a sentence.

How long is When Heroes Lie?

When Heroes Lie runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

When was When Heroes Lie released?

When Heroes Lie was released on October 5, 2012.

Who is in the cast of When Heroes Lie?

When Heroes Lie stars Arto Halonen, Sandro Donati and Suvi Lindén, among 16 credited actors.

Does When Heroes Lie have a post-credit scene?

No. When Heroes Lie has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is When Heroes Lie in?

The original language of When Heroes Lie is Finnish.

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