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The Flight That Fought Back documentaryTV

Original title: The Flight That Fought Back
Year: 2005
Running time: 100 min.
Country: United States
Director: Bruce Goodison
Cast: Documentary
Producer: Discovery Channel
Genre: Documentary | 9/11. TV Movie
Synopsis: It took the terrorists on Flight 93 two years to plan their attack. It took the 40 strangers aboard 30 minutes to defeat it.

On September 11, 2001, passengers aboard United Flight 93 – one of four planes hijacked by terrorists that day and the only one to be diverted from its intended target – faced the unthinkable and inspired a nation. This is the story of their courage as told through unparalleled access to actual voice recordings, the personal accounts of family and friends, and extensive research into the events on board. Follow the account of their "first strike back at terrorism" and learn how these complete strangers – united by adversity – came together to thwart the terrorists' plans.

The Discovery Channel is honored to present this special tribute to the heroes who gave their lives to save others.

Rankings Position

#43 9/11 Documentaries

Awards: 2006: Emmy: 2 Nominations, Including Best TV Movie

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