High Value Target: The Hunt for Saddam
In 2003, John Nixon, a CIA analyst became the first American to positively identify and interrogate Saddam Hussein. During their time together, Nixon began to understand the potential consequences of the invasion, the humanitarian horrors and geopolitical turbulences that would follow Saddam's deposing.
Season 1
E4 · The Ace of Spades
John comes face-to-face with Saddam Hussein. All the while, the insurgents remount their attacks, and Baghdad burns.
E5 · Enemy of My Enemy
In defiance of orders, John forges his way into hostile territory, and ends up in a chase for his life.
E6 · The Devil You Know
After following Saddam's warning, John returns from Najaf with the realization that the real threat is Iran. Now he must convince The White House.