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Argo

Argo

The movie was fake. The mission was real.

As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Argo
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2012-10-11
  • Runtime: 120 minutes
  • Rating: 7.283/10 (8693 votes)
  • Budget: $44,500,000
  • Revenue: $232,300,000
  • Production Companies: GK Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, Smokehouse Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.2556
  • Languages: Arabic, English, German, Persian

Cast & Crew

Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck

as Tony Mendez

Bryan Cranston

Bryan Cranston

as Jack O'Donnell

Alan Arkin

Alan Arkin

as Lester Siegel

John Goodman

John Goodman

as John Chambers

Victor Garber

Victor Garber

as Ken Taylor

Tate Donovan

Tate Donovan

as Bob Anders

Clea DuVall

Clea DuVall

as Cora Lijek

Scoot McNairy

Scoot McNairy

as Joe Stafford

Rory Cochrane

Rory Cochrane

as Lee Schatz

Christopher Denham

Christopher Denham

as Mark Lijek

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Production Designer Sharon Seymour on Making ARGO | AFI Movie Club

4K Trailer

Full Movie Preview

The Story of Casting "Argo"

"Argo" winning the Oscar® for Film Editing

External Links

Keywords

central intelligence agency (cia)husband wife relationshiprevolutionpress conferencebiographyamerican abroadextractioniran hostage crisisintelligence agentlangley virginia1980spolitical thrillerfactual

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Argo?

Argo is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2012-10-11.

Who are the main actors in Argo?

The main cast includes Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman, Victor Garber, .

Where can I watch Argo online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Argo is available.

Is Argo based on a true story?

The movie was fake. The mission was real.

What is the IMDb rating of Argo?

Argo has an IMDb rating of 7.283/10 based on 8693 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Argo?

The movie had a production budget of $44,500,000 and earned $232,300,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Argo?

The soundtrack was composed by GK Films, Warner Bros. Pictures, Smokehouse Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Argo filmed?

Argo was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Argo?

The total runtime of Argo is 120 minutes.

Is Argo suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Argo?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Argo.

Does Argo have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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