Summaries

During the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany, an American sports broadcasting team must adapt to live coverage the Israeli athletes being held hostage by a terrorist group.

"September 5" is a historical drama film directed by Tim Fehlbaum that focuses on the 1972 Munich Olympic hostage crisis from the perspective of the ABC Sports crew. The film highlights their transition from covering the Olympics to reporting on the hostage situation involving Israeli athletes, and showcases the intense and emotional experience of live broadcasting during a global tragedy.—Oscar Serpa

Details

Keywords
  • terrorism
  • hostage
  • olympic games
  • munich 1972 summer olympics
  • hostage crisis
Genres
  • Thriller
  • Drama
  • History
Release date Jan 8, 2025
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) R
Countries of origin United States Germany
Official sites Official site
Language English German
Filming locations Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Production companies Constantin Film BerghausWöbke Filmproduktion Projected Picture Works

Box office

Gross US & Canada $205296
Opening weekend US & Canada $80802
Gross worldwide $205296

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 35m
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby Digital
Aspect ratio 2.39 : 1

Synopsis

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