The Looming Tower

The Looming Tower (2018)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, War

Based on the Pulitzer-Prize winning book, The Looming Tower traces the rising threat of Osama Bin Laden and Al-Qaeda in the late 1990s and how the rivalry between the FBI and CIA during that time may have inadvertently set the path for the tragedy of 9/11. The series follows members of the I-49 Squad in New York and Alec Station in Washington, D.C., the counter-terrorism divisions of the FBI and CIA, respectively, as they travel the world fighting for ownership of information while seemingly working toward the same goal - trying to prevent an imminent attack on U.S. soil.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E109/11Apr 18, 2018
S01E09TuesdayApr 11, 2018
S01E08A Very Special RelationshipApr 4, 2018
S01E07The GeneralMar 28, 2018
S01E06Boys at WarMar 21, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Looming Tower' premiere?

'The Looming Tower' premiered on February 28, 2018.

Who are the main characters in 'The Looming Tower'?

The main characters in 'The Looming Tower' include FBI agent John O'Neill, CIA analyst Martin Schmidt, and Al-Qaeda terrorist Osama bin Laden.

What is the genre of 'The Looming Tower'?

'The Looming Tower' is a drama series based on real events.

Where is 'The Looming Tower' set?

'The Looming Tower' is primarily set in the United States and the Middle East.

Who created 'The Looming Tower'?

'The Looming Tower' was created by Dan Futterman and Alex Gibney.

Is 'The Looming Tower' based on a book?

Yes, 'The Looming Tower' is based on the book of the same name by Lawrence Wright.

What is the premise of 'The Looming Tower'?

'The Looming Tower' explores the rising threat of Osama bin Laden and Al-Qaeda in the late 1990s and the failures of the U.S. intelligence community to prevent the 9/11 attacks.

Who portrays John O'Neill in 'The Looming Tower'?

Jeff Daniels portrays John O'Neill in 'The Looming Tower'.

How many episodes are there in the first season of 'The Looming Tower'?

The first season of 'The Looming Tower' consists of ten episodes.

Does 'The Looming Tower' feature real-life events?

Yes, 'The Looming Tower' incorporates real-life events and characters to depict the lead-up to the 9/11 attacks.

What awards did 'The Looming Tower' receive?

'The Looming Tower' received several nominations at award ceremonies, including the Primetime Emmy Awards and the Writers Guild of America Awards.

Who plays Ali Soufan in 'The Looming Tower'?

Tahar Rahim portrays Ali Soufan in 'The Looming Tower'.

Is 'The Looming Tower' a limited series?

Yes, 'The Looming Tower' is a limited series with one season.

Does 'The Looming Tower' explore the rivalry between the FBI and CIA?

Yes, 'The Looming Tower' delves into the complex relationship and rivalry between the FBI and CIA in the years leading up to 9/11.

What is the running time of each episode in 'The Looming Tower'?

Each episode of 'The Looming Tower' has an average running time of approximately 50 minutes.

Does 'The Looming Tower' depict the intelligence failures leading up to 9/11?

Yes, 'The Looming Tower' explores the intelligence failures and miscommunications that occurred within the U.S. intelligence community prior to the 9/11 attacks.

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