Iran and the West (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Series · ★ 4.8
Released in 2009, Iran and the West is a documentary series.
What it’s about. Militant Islam enjoyed its first modern triumph with the arrival in power of Ayatollah Khomeini in Iran in 1979. In this series of three programmes, key figures tell the inside story.
Who’s in it. Iran and the West stars Hassan Rouhani as Self, John Bolton as Self, Colin Powell as Self and Condoleezza Rice as Self (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Iran and the West has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Iran and the West page.
If you liked it. Fans of Iran and the West tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Iran and the West (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Iran and the West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Iran and the West worth watching?
- Iran and the West holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Iran and the West?
- Iran and the West stars Hassan Rouhani, John Bolton, Colin Powell, Condoleezza Rice and Barack Obama.
- When was Iran and the West released?
- Iran and the West was released in 2009.