

The Unknown Known
2013, English. Directed by Errol Morris.
Why is this man smiling?
Former United States Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld discusses his career in Washington D.C. from his days as a congressman in the early 1960s to planning the invasion of Iraq in 2003.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 97 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Unknown Known
The Unknown Known isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 29 August 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Errol Morris
- Box office
- $302K
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The Unknown Known: quick answers
Is The Unknown Known worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 97 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Unknown Known?
The Unknown Known runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Unknown Known have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Unknown Known. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Unknown Known parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Unknown Known is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Unknown Known on?
The Unknown Known isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Unknown Known?
If you liked The Unknown Known, try Cover-Up, The War on Democracy, Los Angeles Plays Itself.
Who directed The Unknown Known?
The Unknown Known (2013) was directed by Errol Morris and stars Donald Rumsfeld, Kenn Medeiros, Errol Morris.