Raid on Entebbe (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1976, Raid on Entebbe is a thriller, drama, tv movie and history film directed by Irvin Kershner, running about 145 minutes. “The boldest rescue in history” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on a true Military operation by Israeli commandos. An Air France flight is hijacked by the PFLP. The plane has about 100 Jewish passengers. The plane is grounded in Uganda. Israelis would not negotiate. The movie then shows how less than 500 soldiers actually flew so far and rescued the passengers in one of the most successful Military operations in history. The only casualty for Israeli soldiers was Lt. Col. Jonathan "Yoni" Netanyahu..
Who’s in it. Raid on Entebbe stars Charles Bronson as Brig. Gen. Dan Shomron, Peter Finch as Yitzhak Rabin, Yaphet Kotto as President Idi Amin - Jr. and Martin Balsam as Daniel Cooper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Raid on Entebbe has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Raid on Entebbe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Raid on Entebbe tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Raid on Entebbe (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Raid on Entebbe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Raid on Entebbe worth watching?
- Raid on Entebbe holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Raid on Entebbe?
- Raid on Entebbe stars Charles Bronson, Peter Finch, Yaphet Kotto, Martin Balsam and Horst Buchholz.
- When was Raid on Entebbe released?
- Raid on Entebbe was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.