Raid on Entebbe 1976
“The boldest rescue in history”
What is Raid on Entebbe?
Raid on Entebbe is a 1976 TV movie categorized as a drama, thriller, and history. It depicts a true operation where Israeli commandos were flown across Africa to rescue 94 Jewish passengers and 12 air crew members from an Air France flight hijacked by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine and taken to Uganda.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 145 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 26, 1976
- Studios
- Edgar J. Scherick Associates, 20th Century Fox Television, NBC
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, TV Movie, History
- Updated
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Overview
Raid on Entebbe is a 1976 TV movie categorized as a drama, thriller, and history. It depicts a true operation where Israeli commandos were flown across Africa to rescue 94 Jewish passengers and 12 air crew members from an Air France flight hijacked by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine and taken to Uganda.
The film focuses on the Israeli government's refusal to negotiate and the subsequent successful rescue plan. With a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes, the production portrays what is described as the boldest rescue in history.
Should you watch it?
“Israeli commandos execute a bold rescue operation to save hostages held in Uganda.”
- Based on a true operation by Israeli commandos
- Depicts the rescue of 94 Jews and 12 air crew
- Shows the strategic planning of a rescue across Africa
- It is a TV movie rather than a theatrical feature
Watch it if you are interested in historical military operations and hostage rescue missions.
This historical drama and thriller maintains a focus on a high-stakes military operation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film based on?
It is based on the Entebbe raid, an Israeli military operation to liberate hostages at Entebbe Airport in Uganda on July 4, 1976.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Who were the hostages in the film?
The hostages consisted of 94 Jews and 12 air crew members.
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