The Unknown Known
“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.
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Where is The Unknown Known streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Canada | — | CosmoGo |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video |
About The Unknown Known
The Unknown Known is a 2013 English-language documentary and history film directed by Errol Morris. The cast is led by Donald Rumsfeld, Kenn Medeiros, Errol Morris. It has a runtime of 1h 42m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
The Unknown Known was produced in United States of America. It was released on August 29, 2013, and carries a PG-13 certification.
- Director
- Errol Morris
- Writers
- Errol Morris
- Release date
- August 29, 2013
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
The Unknown Known cast & crew
The Unknown Known was directed by Errol Morris and written by Errol Morris.
The cast features Donald Rumsfeld as Self, Kenn Medeiros as Younger Donald Rumsfeld / Secret Service, and Errol Morris as Self - Interviewer (voice).
Behind the camera, it was produced by Amanda Branson Gill and Josh Braun.
Is The Unknown Known worth watching?
The Unknown Known holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 92 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 1h 42m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy documentary and history, The Unknown Known is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Unknown Known
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Cast of The Unknown Known
Donald Rumsfeld
Self
Kenn Medeiros
Younger Donald Rumsfeld / Secret Service
Errol Morris
Self - Interviewer (voice)
The Unknown Known — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Unknown Known in United States?
The Unknown Known is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is The Unknown Known in?
The Unknown Known is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Unknown Known?
The Unknown Known runs 1 hours 42 minutes (102 minutes).
▸What is The Unknown Known rated?
The Unknown Known is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 92 ratings.
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