The True Story of Charlie Wilson (2007)
A playboy congressman, an outcast CIA operative, and a socialite steer over $300 million of the United States Government’s money — in an era when Reagan couldn’t raise $19 million for the Contras — to fund a covert war intended to turn Afghanistan into “Russia’s Vietnam.” Is this a joke? Is this some improbable work of fiction? Who are these wildly eccentric figures? How did they pull it off? In this special presentation from THE HISTORY CHANNEL® discover the intricate details of this incredible, fascinating and completely true series of events. Learn how Texas Congressman Charlie Wilson allied with CIA agent Gust Avrakotos and Houston philanthropist Joanne Herring to secretly bankroll the Afghan Mujahideen’s resistance to the Soviet Union. Retrace the behind-the-scenes machinations that led to the CIA’s largest and most successful campaign ever. And understand the wide-ranging and long-lasting implications of this little-known episode.
Cast
- Frank V. Gaide - Charlie Wilson
- Joanne Herring - Self
- Michelle McClory - Carrol Shannon
- Melanie Morgan - Joanne Herring
- Rene Napoli - Drug Dealer
- Aaron Sorkin - Self
- Shawn Valentino - Soldier
- Charlie Wilson - Self
- William Lloyd - Narrator
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The True Story of Charlie Wilson about?
- A playboy congressman, an outcast CIA operative, and a socialite steer over $300 million of the United States Government’s money — in an era when Reagan couldn’t raise $19 million for the Contras — to fund a covert war intended to turn Afghanistan into “Russia’s Vietnam.” Is this a joke? Is this some improbable work of fiction? Who are these wildly eccentric figures? How did they pull it off? In this special presentation from THE HISTORY CHANNEL® discover the intricate details of this incredible, fascinating and completely true series of events. Learn how Texas Congressman Charlie Wilson allied with CIA agent Gust Avrakotos and Houston philanthropist Joanne Herring to secretly bankroll the Afghan Mujahideen’s resistance to the Soviet Union. Retrace the behind-the-scenes machinations that led to the CIA’s largest and most successful campaign ever. And understand the wide-ranging and long-lasting implications of this little-known episode.
- Who directed The True Story of Charlie Wilson?
- The True Story of Charlie Wilson was directed by David Keane.
- Who stars in The True Story of Charlie Wilson?
- The True Story of Charlie Wilson stars Frank V. Gaide, Joanne Herring, Michelle McClory, Melanie Morgan, Rene Napoli, Aaron Sorkin.
- How long is The True Story of Charlie Wilson?
- The True Story of Charlie Wilson has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is The True Story of Charlie Wilson?
- The True Story of Charlie Wilson is a Documentary film.
- Where was The True Story of Charlie Wilson produced?
- The True Story of Charlie Wilson was produced in United States of America.