The Oath (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2010, The Oath is a documentary film directed by Laura Poitras, running about 90 minutes. “Two Men. Bound to Al-Qaeda. Divided by Fate.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tells the story of two men, Abu Jandal and Salim Ahmed Hamdan, whose fateful encounter in 1996 set them on a course of events that led them to Afghanistan, Osama bin Laden, 9/11, Guantanamo, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Who’s in it. The Oath stars Osama bin Laden as himself, Salim Hamdan as himself and Abu Jandal as himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Oath has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Oath page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Oath tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Oath (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Oath change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Oath worth watching?
- The Oath holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Oath?
- The Oath stars Osama bin Laden, Salim Hamdan and Abu Jandal.
- When was The Oath released?
- The Oath was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.