Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "iraqi-invasion-of-kuwait"

1. Three Kings (1999)

R | 114 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

In the aftermath of the Persian Gulf War, four soldiers set out to steal gold that was stolen from Kuwait, but they discover people who desperately need their help.

Director: David O. Russell | Stars: George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Ice Cube, Spike Jonze

Votes: 180,840 | Gross: $60.65M

2. The Devil's Double (2011)

R | 109 min | Biography, Drama, Thriller

A chilling vision of the house of Saddam. The world of Hussein comes to life through the eyes of the man who was given a choice; either be the double for Saddam's sadistic son, or die.

Director: Lee Tamahori | Stars: Dominic Cooper, Ludivine Sagnier, Raad Rawi, Philip Quast

Votes: 63,929 | Gross: $1.36M

3. Operation Simoon (1999)

88 min | Action, Drama

A spy tries to rescue his son from Iraqui prison, while the intelligence agency plots to use the agent in its own hidden agenda.

Director: Wladyslaw Pasikowski | Stars: Marek Kondrat, Boguslaw Linda, Olaf Lubaszenko, Anna Korcz

Votes: 778

4. Irak, destruction d'une nation (2021)
Episode: L'adversaire (2021)

Documentary, History, War

On 2 August 1990, believing himself to be untouchable, Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait. A decision that would have devastating consequences for his regime. This attack triggered the Gulf War ... See full summary »

Votes: 8

5. Wars in the Middle East (2003)
Episode: Iran-Iraq War (2003)

37 min | Documentary

In 1980 Iraqi mechanized forces using blitzkrieg style tactics, less air power, invaded an unprepared Iran. How Iran managed to mobilize and gain the upper hand is explained. The events ... See full summary »

Star: Terry Lloyd

6. Battle Plan Under Fire (2004– )
Episode: Deception (2004)

Documentary, History, War

Find out how deception can take many forms and turn the tides of even the most perilous of situations.

Director: Gordon Stevens | Stars: Lloyd Clark, Bruce Gudmundsson, Eric Meyers, Winston Churchill

7. Secrets of War (1998– )
Episode: Gulf War: Iraq's Secrets

TV-PG | 46 min | Documentary, History, War

Saddam Hussein used cunning and deception to befriend the West, before turning his back. He has risked everything to secretly develop his weapons of mass destruction, including the welfare of his own people.

Stars: Charlton Heston, Andrew Cockburn, Khidhir Hamza, Christine Helms

8. Secrets of War (1998– )
Episode: The Gulf War: Steel Rain (1998)

TV-PG | 52 min | Documentary, History, War

Uncover the best kept secrets of the air campaign in the Gulf War. From the classified spy plane missions to the clever use of deception, learn more about the controversial yet strategic plans to destroy Iraqi targets.

Stars: Charlton Heston, David A. Fulghum, Kenneth Pollack, Paul Beaver

9. Greatest Tank Battles (2010– )
Episode: The Battle of 73 Easting (2010)

TV-PG | 45 min | Documentary, History, War

This is the story of how the American 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment used superior equipment and training to overcome a blinding sandstorm and hundreds of tanks manned by Iraq's elite Republican Guard.

Director: Paul Kilback | Stars: Robin Ward, Kenneth Pollack, Joseph Sartiano, John Mecca

Votes: 33

10. Economics Explained (2020– )
Do Sanctions Work? (2022 Podcast Episode)

Sanctions hurt everyone even countries that aren't involved in the conflict between the belligerents. So the question is, can your country and allies tolerate the economic pain so much ... See full summary »

11. The 100 Days: That Defined Modern History (2022–2023)
Episode: The Gulf War - 1990-91 (2023)

Documentary, History

In 1990, the UN passed Resolution 678, giving Iraq an ultimatum to leave Kuwait following their invasion.

Directors: Edmund Duff, Mike Kenneally | Stars: Lloyd Cox, Amin Saikal, Lawrence Freedman, Louise Kettle

12. The Why Minutes with Nick Freitas (2021– )
Episode: Why the Middle East Won't Accept Palestinian Refugees (2023)

4 min | Documentary

Palestinian refugees have been a challenge for Arab countries as well as Israel.

Star: Nick Freitas

13. Task & Purpose (2014– )
Episode: Why Iran and Saudi Arabia are Fighting in Yemen (2023)

22 min | Documentary, News

Yemen is in the midst of a civil war between Houthi rebels and the internationally recognized, though somewhat fragmented, established government. This plays out on Saudi Arabia's southern ... See full summary »

Star: Chris Cappy

14. The 50 Years War: Israel and the Arabs (1998– )
Episode: Programme 5 (1998)

48 min | Documentary, History, War

1987-1991. The protracted search for peace was repeatedly sabotaged.

Director: Michael Simkin | Stars: Shimon Peres, King Hussein, Yitzhak Shamir, George Shultz

15. Military Masterminds (2022)
Episode: Rapid Dominance (2022)

52 min | Documentary, History, War

From Julius Caesar to Napoleon Bonaparte, ancient generals took advantage of a military tactic still used in modern warfare - a tactic known as Rapid Dominance.

Director: Roberto Irwin | Stars: Ahron Bregman, Lawrence Freedman, Jenny Grant, Dina Gusejnova

16. Military Masterminds (2022)
Episode: Combat Power (2022)

52 min | Documentary, History, War

Combined arms operations use the force of different military corps to increase combat power. Combining these forces needs incredible planning and authority.

Director: Roberto Irwin | Stars: Dan Hill, Jenny Grant, Daniel L. Davis, Christopher Hickey

17. Task & Purpose (2014– )
Episode: That Time US Forces Pulverized Iran's Navy (2024)

22 min | Documentary, News

A detailed account of Operation Praying Manitis that ended the tanker wars in 1988.

Star: Chris Cappy