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Argo 2012

“The movie was fake. The mission was real.”

★ 7.3/10 · 9,036 votes R DramaThriller Released
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What is Argo?

The 2012 film Argo depicts a historical rescue mission during a period of intense political instability. As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, the narrative focuses on the efforts to secure the safety of United States citizens caught in the conflict.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
120 minutes
Release date
Oct 11, 2012
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
GK Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, Smokehouse Pictures
Budget
$44,500,000
Revenue
$232,300,000
Genres
Drama, Thriller
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The 2012 film Argo depicts a historical rescue mission during a period of intense political instability. As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, the narrative focuses on the efforts to secure the safety of United States citizens caught in the conflict. The plot centers on a CIA exfiltration specialist who develops a high-stakes strategy to liberate six Americans. These individuals have managed to find refuge within the residence of the Canadian ambassador while attempting to evade capture. The specialist must navigate the dangers of the revolution to execute this risky extraction plan. The film documents the logistical challenges and the precarious nature of the operation as the group attempts to escape the country. By utilizing a clandestine approach, the specialist works to ensure the safe departure of the trapped Americans. The story highlights the cooperation between intelligence agencies and diplomatic figures during a critical international crisis. The film remains a focused account of this specific rescue mission and the calculated risks taken by those involved in the exfiltration effort.

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Should you watch it?

“A CIA specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans during the Iranian revolution.”

Reasons to watch
  • directed by and starring ben affleck
  • based on a real mission
Keep in mind
  • features intense historical drama themes

Watch it if you enjoy historical political espionage drama thrillers.

Rated r for content matching its historical political drama thriller genre.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Argo released?

Argo was released in 2012.

Who directed the film?

Ben Affleck directed, produced, and starred in Argo.

What is the film about?

A CIA agent poses as a sci-fi film producer as part of a mission to rescue six American diplomats from Iran during the Iranian revolution.

What genre is Argo?

Argo is an American historical political espionage drama thriller film.

Where do the Americans find shelter?

The six Americans find shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.