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  • Ben Affleck

    Ben Affleck

    Tony Mendez

  • Bryan Cranston

    Bryan Cranston

    Jack O'Donnell

  • Alan Arkin

    Alan Arkin

    Lester Siegel

  • John Goodman

    John Goodman

    John Chambers

  • Tate Donovan

    Tate Donovan

    Bob Anders

  • Chris Messina

    Chris Messina

    Malinov

  • Philip Baker Hall

    Philip Baker Hall

  • Scoot McNairy

    Scoot McNairy

    Joe Stafford

Credits
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  • Ben Affleck

    Ben Affleck

    Director / Producer

  • Chris Terrio

    Chris Terrio

    Screenwriter

  • Joshuah Bearman

    Joshuah Bearman

    Author

  • Antonio J. Mendez

    Antonio J. Mendez

    Author

  • Grant Heslov

    Grant Heslov

    Producer

  • George Clooney

    George Clooney

    Producer

  • Amy Herman

    Amy Herman

    Co-Producer

  • David Klawans

    David Klawans

    Executive Producer

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  1. Watch Video William Goldenberg on Oscar-Winning Work with Ben Affleck, Kathryn Bigelow

    William Goldenberg on Oscar-Winning Work with Ben Affleck, Kathryn Bigelow

    9:00 am PDT 4/9/2013
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    THR sits down with William Goldenberg—who won an Oscar in February for editing 'Argo' and earned a second nomination as co-editor of 'Zero Dark Thirty'—who will be among the editors participating in an NAB panel. READ MORE

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  2. Behind the Screen
    Watch Video NAB: William Goldenberg on Oscar-Winning Work with Ben Affleck, Kathryn Bigelow (Video)

    NAB: William Goldenberg on Oscar-Winning Work with Ben Affleck, Kathryn Bigelow (Video)

    7:51 am PDT 4/9/2013
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    The Academy Award-winning editor is part of an editors' panel Wednesday, and talks to THR about his work over the last year: "I worked with two directors who get editing and let you do your job." READ MORE

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  3. In the Magazine
    Inside the Weird World of International Dubbing

    Inside the Weird World of International Dubbing

    9:00 am PDT 3/14/2013
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    • Rhonda Richford
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    How do you say "Argo f--- yourself" in 40 languages? With technology allowing for more seamless lip syncs, fewer hits are traveling with subtitles in a bid to boost foreign returns. READ MORE

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  4. Iran's Promised Hollywood Lawsuit to Go Beyond 'Argo' (Report)

    Iran's Promised Hollywood Lawsuit to Go Beyond 'Argo' (Report)

    5:58 am PDT 3/13/2013
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    "300," “The Wrestler,” and “Not Without My Daughter” have been named by Tehran as additional targets for “distorting the country’s image.” READ MORE

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  5. Live Feed
    Kerry Bishe to Reteam With 'Argo' Co-Star in AMC's '80s Computer Drama

    Kerry Bishe to Reteam With 'Argo' Co-Star in AMC's '80s Computer Drama

    10:30 am PDT 3/12/2013
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    The network's pilot "Halt & Catch Fire" will mark the second time she'll play Scoot McNairy's wife. READ MORE

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  6. Iran Considering Lawsuit Over Oscar Winner 'Argo' (Report)

    Iran Considering Lawsuit Over Oscar Winner 'Argo' (Report)

    4:42 am PDT 3/12/2013
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    French lawyer Isabelle Coutant-Peyre, counsel to Venezuelan terrorist Carlos the Jackal, is reportedly in Tehran advising authorities on how to file suit. READ MORE

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  7. Watch Video Website for Frat Kids to Become Raunchy Feature Film (Video)

    Website for Frat Kids to Become Raunchy Feature Film (Video)

    9:00 am PST 3/8/2013
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    "Southern, conservative, God-fearing, gun-toting, patriotic Americans leave the bosom of their mother and go crazy. It’s George W. Bush and Rick Perry in college,” says producer Bob Sanitsky. READ MORE

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  8. George Clooney Starts 'The Monuments Men' Shoot In Germany

    George Clooney Starts 'The Monuments Men' Shoot In Germany

    3:40 am PST 3/6/2013
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Sony Pictures and 20th Century Fox are backing the Clooney-directed drama, which co-stars Matt Damon, Bill Murray and Cate Blanchett.

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  9. Live Feed
    'Argo' Actor to Co-Star in AMC's '80s Computer Drama

    'Argo' Actor to Co-Star in AMC's '80s Computer Drama

    12:00 pm PST 3/4/2013
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    Scoot McNairy will star opposite Lee Pace in the AMC pilot "Halt and Catch Fire." READ MORE

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  10. U.K. Retail Giant Tesco to Launch New Digital Entertainment Services

    U.K. Retail Giant Tesco to Launch New Digital Entertainment Services

    2:34 am PST 3/4/2013
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    The world's third-largest retailer plans music, books and TV services under its existing blinkbox VOD banner. READ MORE

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  11. Oscar Box Office: 'Life of Pi,' 'Silver Linings Playbook' and 'Argo' Enjoy Post-Win Bumps

    Oscar Box Office: 'Life of Pi,' 'Silver Linings Playbook' and 'Argo' Enjoy Post-Win Bumps

    1:08 pm PST 3/3/2013
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    "Django Unchained" also makes gains following the Feb. 24 Academy Awards ceremony. READ MORE

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  12. 'Argo' Debuts at No. 1 on Blu-ray, DVD Sales Charts

    'Argo' Debuts at No. 1 on Blu-ray, DVD Sales Charts

    5:00 pm PST 2/27/2013
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    "Skyfall" remains strong in its second week, selling 83 percent as many units as the newly crowned best picture Oscar winner. READ MORE

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  13. In the Magazine
    Ex-Special Ops Sell 'Militainment' With New Production Company

    Ex-Special Ops Sell 'Militainment' With New Production Company

    5:00 am PST 2/27/2013
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    UPDATED: Zulu 7 is in talks for Esquire's story on the Bin Laden shooter -- and will offer studios projects from military insiders. READ MORE

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  14. The Race
    What Really Happened at the Oscars (Analysis)

    What Really Happened at the Oscars (Analysis)

    10:07 pm PST 2/25/2013
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    THR's awards analyst on Sunday night's show and the six months that led up to it. READ MORE

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  15. International Awards Season to Continue With Limited Oscar Winners' Presence

    International Awards Season to Continue With Limited Oscar Winners' Presence

    4:24 am PST 2/25/2013
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    Hollywood awards season may be over, but the German Film Awards, Italy's Donatellos and the Asian Film Awards are yet to be handed out. READ MORE

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  16. Oscars 2013: Ben Affleck Reacts to 'Argo' Win, Michelle Obama Appearance

    Oscars 2013: Ben Affleck Reacts to 'Argo' Win, Michelle Obama Appearance

    10:37 pm PST 2/24/2013
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    "I was sort of hallucinating when that was happening," the film's director told reporters of the moment he saw the first lady on stage. READ MORE

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  17. Fash Track
    Oscar Fashion: Michelle Obama Wears Naeem Khan to Announce 'Argo' Best Picture Win

    Oscar Fashion: Michelle Obama Wears Naeem Khan to Announce 'Argo' Best Picture Win

    10:15 pm PST 2/24/2013
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    The first lady wore one of her favorite designers to announce the Oscar win of Ben Affleck's political film. READ MORE

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  18. The Race
    Oscars: 'Life of Pi' Tops With 4 Wins; 'Argo' Named Best Picture

    Oscars: 'Life of Pi' Tops With 4 Wins; 'Argo' Named Best Picture

    6:24 pm PST 2/24/2013
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    "Pi" scores the most wins, including one for director Ang Lee, but the Ben Affleck drama takes the top honor at the 85th Academy Awards. READ MORE

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  19. John Kerry Wishes 'Argo' Luck at the Oscars

    John Kerry Wishes 'Argo' Luck at the Oscars

    12:29 pm PST 2/23/2013
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    The newly appointed Secretary of State sent a message of support of the film on Twitter. READ MORE

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  20. Ex-Ambassador Again Slams 'Argo' for Canada Snub

    Ex-Ambassador Again Slams 'Argo' for Canada Snub

    9:51 am PST 2/23/2013
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    Ken Taylor, the former Canadian ambassador who helped free six hostages, stated that the film makes it seem as if his countrymen "were just along for the ride" in a CIA mission. READ MORE

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Summary

On Nov. 4, 1979, militants storm the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Iran, taking 66 American hostages. Amid the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge with the Canadian ambassador. Knowing that it's just a matter of time before the refugees are found and likely executed, the U.S. government calls on extractor Tony Mendez (Ben Affleck) to rescue them. Mendez's plan is to pose as a Hollywood producer scouting locations in Iran and train the refugees to act as his "film" crew.

Company Info

  • Warner Bros. Pictures Studio
  • Smokehouse Pictures Production Company
  • GK Films Production Company