House of Saddam
Seen it?2008 | 1 seasons | 60 min | War & Politics, Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It won an Emmy, though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for history buffs. If you loved Band of Brothers or Generation Kill, start here.
- The mood
- Intense.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two, hour-long episodes, about 4 hours in all.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
The intimate world of Saddam Hussein and his closest inner circle is in this gripping four-part drama that charts the rise and fall of one of the most significant political figures in recent history.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
60% on Rotten Tomatoes, 62 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsStrong
Won 1 Emmy: Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. Also nominated for 5 BAFTAs. Plus 2 other awards.
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Limited series that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 71K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Created by Alex Holmes
- Igal NaorSaddam Hussein
- Shohreh AghdashlooSajida Hussein
- Makram J. KhouryTariq Aziz
- Philip ArdittiUday Hussein
- Mounir MargoumQusay Hussein
- Agni ScottRaghad Hussein