Escape from Kabul movie poster

Escape from Kabul

"When the war ended, the crisis began."

September 21, 2021 1h 22m 6.8/10 (27 votes)

Released 5 years ago in 2021. Escape from Kabul is a documentary film. directed by Jamie Roberts. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Unfolding over 18 monumental days in August 2021, this deeply immersive and emotional documentary combines never-before-seen archival footage from those on the ground at the airport with exclusive interviews with people who were there throughout the period, including Afghan citizens attempting to flee, U.S. Marines tasked with managing the evacuation, and Taliban commanders and fighters who had recently taken the city.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 21, 2021 4 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (27 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Amos Pictures
  • ARTE
  • HBO Documentary Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Escape from Kabul about?

Unfolding over 18 monumental days in August 2021, this deeply immersive and emotional documentary combines never-before-seen archival footage from those on the ground at the airport with exclusive ...

Who directed Escape from Kabul?

Escape from Kabul was directed by Jamie Roberts.

How long is Escape from Kabul?

Escape from Kabul has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was Escape from Kabul released?

Escape from Kabul was released on September 21, 2021 in theaters.