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Hostage in Iran

19861h 30mMovieDocumentary

While the whole world watched, 52 Americans were held hostage in Iran by Islamic revolutionaries for 444 days. On the fifth anniversary of their release, using never-before-seen footage from inside the American embassy compound in Tehran, the hostages tell the story of their long ordeal.

DirectorJanet McFadden
ProducersLes Harris·David Fanning

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Cast · Directed by Janet McFadden

JWJudy Woodruff
Judy Woodruff
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WLWill Lyman
Will Lyman
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Hostage in Iran — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hostage in Iran?

Hostage in Iran isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Hostage in Iran on Netflix?

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What is the OTT release date for Hostage in Iran?

Hostage in Iran hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 11, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.