The Pentagon Papers
2003, English. Directed by Rod Holcomb.
His greatest act of patriotism was an act of treason.
This compelling political drama is based on the true story of high-ranking Pentagon official Daniel Ellsberg, who, during the Nixon era, strove to preserve American democracy by leaking top-secret documents to the New York Times and Washington Post. The documents in question would eventually become famous as the Pentagon Papers, which revealed the true reasons for U.S. involvement in Vietnam.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Rod HolcombDirector
- James SpaderDaniel Ellsberg
- Claire ForlaniPatricia Marx
- Paul GiamattiAnthony Russo
- Alan ArkinHarry Rowen
- Kenneth WelshJohn McNaughon
- Maria del MarCarol Ellsberg
- Aaron AshmoreRandy Kehler
- Jonas ChernickNeil Sheehan
- Martin RoachSgt. Watson
- Bruce GoochSupreme Court Marshal
- Sean McCannJohn Mitchell
- James DowningH.R. Haldeman
Details
- Released
- 9 March 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jason Horwitch
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The Pentagon Papers: quick answers
Is The Pentagon Papers worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 40 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Pentagon Papers have a post-credits scene?
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The Pentagon Papers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Pentagon Papers is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Pentagon Papers on?
The Pentagon Papers isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 9 March 2003. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pentagon Papers?
If you liked The Pentagon Papers, try Plan A, Backstabbing for Beginners, The Catcher Was a Spy.
Who directed The Pentagon Papers?
The Pentagon Papers (2003) was directed by Rod Holcomb and stars James Spader, Claire Forlani, Paul Giamatti.