The Day Reagan Was Shot


1h 38m 2002

Brief Synopsis

Television movie about the 1981 attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan and the backstage battle for control of the White House in his absence. The story focuses on the attempts of Reagan's cabinet members to control the press, the Soviets and each other in the chaotic 24 hours after the

Film Details

Also Known As
Day Reagan Was Shot
Genre
Documentary
Drama
Historical
Release Date
2002
Production Company
Showtime Networks
Distribution Company
CBS Television Studios; Paramount Home Media
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 38m

Synopsis

Television movie about the 1981 attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan and the backstage battle for control of the White House in his absence. The story focuses on the attempts of Reagan's cabinet members to control the press, the Soviets and each other in the chaotic 24 hours after the President was shot. Secretary of State Alexander Haig, one of the most ambitious cabinet members, incorrectly declares himself in charge when Reagan is shot.

Film Details

Also Known As
Day Reagan Was Shot
Genre
Documentary
Drama
Historical
Release Date
2002
Production Company
Showtime Networks
Distribution Company
CBS Television Studios; Paramount Home Media
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 38m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Aired in United States December 9, 2001

Aired in United States October 29, 2002

Began shooting January 3, 2001.

Completed shooting February 3, 2001.