The Hijacking of the Achille Lauro
1989
Movie Information
Overview
The story of the hijacking of the Itallian liner Achille Lauro by four militants of the Palestine Liberation Front, in 1985, who demanded the release of several Palestinians incarcerated in Israeli prisoners. On their hands, lies the fate of several passengers, many Americans included and among them, Jewish American businessman Leon Klinghoffer.
Release Date
February 13, 1989
Director
Robert L. Collins
Runtime
1h 32m
Cast
Karl MaldenLee GrantE.G. MarshallVera MilesChristina PicklesRobert MammoneBarry Otto
Production
New World TelevisionSamson Productions
Genres
ActionDrama