Once Upon a Time in Iraq

Released: 2020-07-13

Runtime: 60 minutes

Episode Overview

As war began, many Iraqis were hopeful. Ahmed Al Bashir, now a famous comedian, remembers practising his English with US troops before the realities of occupation became clear.

Series Overview

With unique personal archive from civilians and soldiers from both sides of the conflict, this series takes viewers closer to the realities of war and life under Isis than they have ever been before.