The Spy in the Hanoi Hilton (2015)

Plot

In 1973, the return of 591 American POWs from the Vietnam War revealed chilling accounts of their survival. Yet, hidden beneath these narratives was an extraordinary, classified saga of espionage. It centers on James Stockdale and his fellow inmates at the infamous "Hanoi Hilton." Through covert communication channels, they informed U.S. intelligence about the brutal conditions in Vietnamese POW camps, which ultimately led to a bold, secretive rescue operation. This gripping story, long shrouded in secrecy, highlights the resilience and ingenuity of those who endured unimaginable hardships.