House of Saddam (2008)
6.9 (61 votes)
1 Season
July 30, 2008
English
War & Politics Drama
Synopsis
The intimate world of Saddam Hussein and his closest inner circle is in this gripping four-part drama that charts the rise and fall of one of the most significant political figures in recent history.
Creator
Hilary Salmon, Alex Holmes
Network
BBC Two
Episodes
E1
Part 1
Jul 30, 2008
61 min
It is July 1979. Deputy President Saddam forces President Ahmed Hassan al-Bakr to resign.
E2
Part 2
Aug 6, 2008
60 min
It is 1988 and the Iran/Iraq war has ended, but Saddam has family concerns on his mind.
E3
Part 3
Aug 13, 2008
57 min
It is the mid 90s, and Saddam Hussein must deal with treachery from within Iraq.
E4
Part 4
Aug 20, 2008
58 min
As Western coalition forces invade Iraq in 2003, Hussein and his family are forced to flee
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
House of Saddam
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
4
Production
HBO Films, BBC