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The Secret Army

The documentary crew gained exclusive access to the IRA in 1972, filming members as they carried out attacks during the height of the Northern Ireland conflict, providing a rare and intimate look at the inner workings of the organization.

In 1972, a documentary crew was granted unprecedented access to film the IRA's attacks during the height of the Northern Ireland conflict. The resulting footage featured unmasked IRA bombers and top leaders, making it a potential propaganda coup. However, the film vanished and remained largely unseen for nearly 50 years.

Info about The Secret Army

Studio(s): BBC Northern Ireland

Originally Released: United States, Mar 27, 2024

Production Country: Northern Ireland

Genres:Documentary