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13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
3 Arts Entertainment 3 Arts Entertainment
Bay Films Bay Films
Paramount Pictures Paramount Pictures

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13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi

When everything went wrong, six men had the courage to do what was right.

2016 144 min ★ 7.3 (4,056) Released
Action Drama History Thriller War

An American Ambassador is killed during an attack at a U.S. compound in Libya as a security team struggles to make sense out of the chaos.

Original title
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
Language
EN
Country
US
Budget
$50,000,000
Revenue
$69,411,370
Reviews & Ratings 5
Dean

Dean

Jan 18, 2026 · via TMDB

★ 4.0

For the movie that literally nothing happens but only thing that one side (Americans) are defending the place, movie should be shorter than standard time, but instead creators decided to make it longer than standard time. So, I had to withstand 2 hours and 24 minutes of boredom. I almost fell asleep to be honest.

T

tmdb51616167

Sep 1, 2024 · via TMDB

★ 7.0

Critics have labeled this movie as rotten, but I find their justification questionable. There are countless classic films that are considered phenomenal and amazing, yet they are criticized harshly. This movie, in particular, is eye-opening as it sheds light on the chain of command involved in sending rescue missions. Despite Hillary Clinton being blamed for the deaths of individuals in the film, it is evident that the power lies with Congress. The movie highlights this, yet she continues to be the target of blame. Setting aside the controversies, this film is intense, action-packed, and emotionally gripping. I strongly believe it is worth watching and should not be dismissed as rotten.

Ricardo Oliveira

Ricardo Oliveira

Mar 10, 2023 · via TMDB

★ 7.0

"13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" is a 2016 war film directed by Michael Bay and based on the non-fiction book "13 Hours" by Mitchell Zuckoff. The film recounts the true events of the attack on the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012. Starring John Krasinski, James Badge Dale, and Dominic Fumusa, the movie focuses on the six members of a security team who valiantly defended the compound against overwhelming odds. Michael Bay is known for his expertise in crafting intense and visually striking action sequences, and "13 Hours" is no exception. The firefight scenes are visceral, chaotic, and capture the intensity of the real-life events they depict. The use of practical effects and minimal CGI enhances the realism. The film features impressive cinematography by Dion Beebe, who captures the harsh, war-torn landscape of Benghazi with gritty realism. The use of handheld cameras during action sequences adds to the immersive and chaotic feel of the combat. The cast delivers solid performances, with John Krasinski, known for his comedic roles, convincingly portraying a seasoned and determined military contractor. James Badge Dale and Dominic Fumusa also shine in their respective roles, bringing authenticity to their characters. The film successfully conveys a sense of camaraderie and brotherhood among the security team members. It emphasizes the dedication and sacrifices made by individuals in service to their country, fostering a strong sense of patriotism. While the movie focuses on the immediate events surrounding the Benghazi attack, it largely avoids delving into the broader political context that led to the situation. Some viewers may find the lack of a comprehensive geopolitical background unsatisfying. The characters, while based on real individuals, are at times simplified and stereotyped. This can lead to a lack of emotional depth, making it challenging for the audience to connect with them on a personal level. With a runtime of over two hours, the film may feel lengthy to some viewers. The pacing, especially in the first half, can be slow as the narrative establishes the characters and setting. This may test the patience of those expecting a faster-paced action thriller. "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" is a compelling and intense portrayal of a tragic real-life event. While it excels in its action sequences and captures the heroism of the individuals involved, it falls short in providing a nuanced exploration of the political complexities surrounding the Benghazi attack. The film, however, serves as a tribute to the bravery of the men who fought against overwhelming odds. Rating: 7/10 Written and Reviewed by RSOliveira

Gimly

Gimly

Sep 4, 2016 · via TMDB

★ 4.0

If you fancy yourself a big swingin' dick yank, then I'd recommend you watch _13 Hours_, but of course, you already have. I can move past the xenophobia and jingoism pretty easily, even the typical Bay tropes don't ruin a movie for me, but what I find difficult to abide is boredom, and with _13 Hours_, I personally found that in spades. Though it doesn't make a whole lot of sense, though I didn't care about any of the characters, and though I am giving this film a negative review, I can still say it's Michael Bay's best work in years. _Final rating:★★ - Definitely not for me, but I sort of get the appeal._

Reno

Reno

Jun 24, 2016 · via TMDB

★ 8.0

> In an unfriendly environment they got 13 long hours to survive and resist the attack. It is an action-thriller-war version of the 'Argo'. Based on the true story where the most of the film was the 13 hour long armed battle event took place in Libya, 2012. I remember the middle-east's protest over the western films, this story is set in the same time when the islamic terrorists targeted the American diplomatic compounds in Benghazi, but six brave men stood and fought against the uprising. It is an American patriotic film, but because of the hatred over their own countrymen Michael Bay, they're surely missing a nearly a war masterpiece. The rest of the world saw it as a fine film and appreciated that. If you haven't seen it yet, I say just don't ignore it. It was a well made realistic war film, the actors were amazing and the scenes were suspenseful to spectacular. Definitely one of the best in this theme. It was simply focused on the armed conflict between the two forces, so it won't reasons out us how and where it all began, because that might take another film to tell the tale. That's really a very clever writing. In this 150 minute long film, the first act was full of characters and story development. Then begins the gun fight that commences from the dust hours till the dawn breaks out. With many twists in the narration during confrontation, surely not a film to be missed. 8/10

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Cast 34
John Krasinski

John Krasinski

Jack Silva

James Badge Dale

James Badge Dale

Tyrone 'Rone' Woods

Dominic Fumusa

Dominic Fumusa

John 'Tig' Tiegen

Max Martini

Max Martini

Mark 'Oz' Geist

Pablo Schreiber

Pablo Schreiber

Kris 'Tanto' Paronto

Matt Letscher

Matt Letscher

Chris Stevens

Alexia Barlier

Alexia Barlier

Sona Jillani

David Costabile

David Costabile

Bob

David Denman

David Denman

Dave 'Boon' Benton

Payman Maadi

Payman Maadi

Amahl

Toby Stephens

Toby Stephens

Glen 'Bub' Doherty

Demetrius Grosse

Demetrius Grosse

DS Agent Dave Ubben

David Giuntoli

David Giuntoli

DS Scott Wickland

Freddie Stroma

Freddie Stroma

Brit Vayner

Chris Dingli

Chris Dingli

Sean Smith

David Furr

David Furr

DS Alec

Wrenn Schmidt

Wrenn Schmidt

Becky Silva

Ivy George

Ivy George

Emily Silva

Julia Butters

Julia Butters

Beverly Silva

Ben Youcef

Ben Youcef

Azaan

Elektra Anastasi

Elektra Anastasi

CIA Agent

Liisa Evastina

Liisa Evastina

Actress

Steffi Thake

Steffi Thake

Chief's Assistant

Kerim Troeller

Kerim Troeller

Viper

Kenny Sheard

Kenny Sheard

Delta 1

Andrew Arrabito

Andrew Arrabito

Delta Operator

Davide Tucci

Davide Tucci

Defence Attaché

Shane Rowe

Shane Rowe

CIA Annex Cook

Kevin Kent

Kevin Kent

DS Vincent

Mike Moriarty

Mike Moriarty

DS Wesley

Manuel Cauchi

Manuel Cauchi

Fahreed

Mohamed Naimane

Mohamed Naimane

Hesham

Rachid El Adouani

Rachid El Adouani

Attacker at Embassy

Salah Bensalah

Salah Bensalah

Crew 27
Jeffrey Beecroft

Jeffrey Beecroft

Production Design

Dion Beebe

Dion Beebe

Director of Photography

Roberto De Angelis

Roberto De Angelis

Steadicam Operator

Abdelfattah Qzaibar

Abdelfattah Qzaibar

Assistant Costume Designer

Deborah L. Scott

Deborah L. Scott

Costume Design

Jeremy Woodhead

Jeremy Woodhead

Hair Designer

Jeremy Woodhead

Jeremy Woodhead

Makeup Designer

Cristian Knight

Cristian Knight

Stunt Driver

Martin Ivanov

Martin Ivanov

Stunt Driver

Michael Bay

Michael Bay

Director

Colin Azzopardi

Colin Azzopardi

First Assistant Director

Michael McCusker

Michael McCusker

Editor

Pietro Scalia

Pietro Scalia

Editor

Harry Humphries

Harry Humphries

Associate Producer

Denise Chamian

Denise Chamian

Casting

Scott Gardenhour

Scott Gardenhour

Executive Producer

Erwin Stoff

Erwin Stoff

Producer

Michael Bay

Michael Bay

Producer

Lorne Balfe

Lorne Balfe

Original Music Composer

Greg P. Russell

Greg P. Russell

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

Matt Cavanaugh

Matt Cavanaugh

Sound Recordist

Erik Aadahl

Erik Aadahl

Supervising Sound Editor

Ethan Van der Ryn

Ethan Van der Ryn

Supervising Sound Editor

Christian Wood

Christian Wood

Visual Effects Compositor

Scott Farrar

Scott Farrar

Visual Effects Supervisor

Mitchell Zuckoff

Mitchell Zuckoff

Novel

Chuck Hogan

Chuck Hogan

Screenplay

Gallery 142
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US Release Dates 4

Jan 12, 2016

Arlington, Texas

Premiere

Jan 15, 2016

R Theatrical

Jun 7, 2016

DVD, Blu-ray

R Physical

Jun 11, 2019

4K UHD

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