9/11: The Day That Changed the World (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 7.7

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Released in 2011, 9/11: The Day That Changed the World is a documentary film directed by Leslie Woodhead, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. Ten years later, the events of September 11, 2001, still resonate - especially for the people who were in critical leadership positions on that fateful day. Hear intimate accounts from New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and the chiefs of the NYPD and FDNY, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, Vice President Dick Cheney and many others who found themselves at the center of the action. Unprecedented decisions. Unimaginable tragedy. This is the definitive story, from 6 am to midnight, of a day that changed the world.

Who’s in it. 9/11: The Day That Changed the World stars Dick Cheney as Self, Donald Rumsfeld as Self, Laura Bush as Self and Richard Clarke as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, 9/11: The Day That Changed the World has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 9/11: The Day That Changed the World page.

If you liked it. Fans of 9/11: The Day That Changed the World tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

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Where can I watch 9/11: The Day That Changed the World (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 9/11: The Day That Changed the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 9/11: The Day That Changed the World worth watching?
9/11: The Day That Changed the World holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in 9/11: The Day That Changed the World?
9/11: The Day That Changed the World stars Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, Laura Bush, Richard Clarke and Rudolph Giuliani.
When was 9/11: The Day That Changed the World released?
9/11: The Day That Changed the World was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.