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The Program

  • 2024
  • 1h 42m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
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The Program (2024)
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Explores the unprecedented bipartisan congressional effort to uncover what intelligence agencies really know about UFOs, now referred to as UAP.Explores the unprecedented bipartisan congressional effort to uncover what intelligence agencies really know about UFOs, now referred to as UAP.Explores the unprecedented bipartisan congressional effort to uncover what intelligence agencies really know about UFOs, now referred to as UAP.

  • Director
    • James Fox
  • Stars
    • Bryan Bender
    • Scott Bray
    • Tim Burchett
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    904
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • James Fox
    • Stars
      • Bryan Bender
      • Scott Bray
      • Tim Burchett
    • 23User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Bryan Bender
    Bryan Bender
    • Self
    Scott Bray
    • Self - U.S. Naval Intelligence Deputy Director
    • (archive footage)
    Tim Burchett
    Tim Burchett
    • Self
    André Carson
    André Carson
    • Self - D-IN, Intelligence Subcmte. on Counterterrorism
    David Clarke
    David Clarke
    • Self - Investigative Journalist
    Peter Coyote
    Peter Coyote
    • Self
    David Fravor
    David Fravor
    • Self
    Sarah Gamm
    • Self - Fmr. Research Scientist, DoD
    Kirsten Gillibrand
    Kirsten Gillibrand
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    Ryan Graves
    Ryan Graves
    • Self
    David Grusch
    David Grusch
    • Self
    Leslie Kean
    Leslie Kean
    • Self
    Lenval Logan
    • Self - Fmr. Intelligence Analyst, USAF
    Kirk McConnell
    • Self
    Gary McKinnon
    Gary McKinnon
    • Self - System Administrator & Hacker
    Chris Mellon
    Chris Mellon
    • Self
    Garry Nolan
    Garry Nolan
    • Self - Dept. of Pathology, Standford University
    Nick Pope
    Nick Pope
    • Self - Ministry of Defence, UK (Ret.)
    • Director
      • James Fox
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    8plaptas

    Great summary for those interested in the topic

    James Fox delivered a really good overview and summary on what's been going on in the government for the past few years in regards to the UFO/UAP topic. Don't be fooled, if this was a show presenting you a proof that this topic is real and we have alien invasion on the way, you would hear it in all news stations. What The Program does well is at least showing you that the topic of UFOs shouldn't be dismissed or ridiculed as there are many government, intelligence and military officials and who have been involved in it for years. What would be great is to make it more a documentary and less drama music and the deep voice of the narrator which is a bit childish for me. Anyway, best one I've seen so far. Well done James!
    6knifemagnet

    Falls short of Fox's prior work

    The Program has an interesting start as it seems to attempt to shine a light on a reported, and beyond government oversight, crash retrieval program that has been in existence for some eighty years. As hyped as I was going into this film I was ultimately disappointed - it simply provides cliff notes to information gleaned from public Congressional hearings and tidbits from witnesses: if you have been following all of this on your own there is little to be had here. Some witnesses are included despite them saying nothing, and that paints a telling picture of just how muddy this entire endeavor is, despite people believing we are on the path to disclosure. Yes, that's right, in the year 2025 it says more to say nothing - "I can't comment about that" effectively is a comment 'about that'. Quite sad. For me this tends to go off the rails a bit when it begins diverting off the trajectory of 'the program' and, once more, into witness scenarios - the sort you see on every other UFO/UAP/ET documentary or cable series.

    Then you have the issue of witness integrity... And I sure do not envy James Fox for attempting to vet these people. One of his witnesses began to tell a slightly different story - that goes on to a very sensational arc - on a podcast: this part of this witness' story was not told in this film. This was so bad that, during yet another podcast with this 'witness', Fox threatened to leave if the witness was going to entertain discussing that story... That part of the witness' story by the way, despite spending time with James Fox and being interviewed etc, was never told to James. What's more, this same witness includes a massive detail in his story in this film that was left out in a podcast interview - which makes little sense (if you see a craft why is it left out here and there?). What that says to me is that this specific witness it not as credible as he may seem. Was this witness lying outright? I doubt it. But it is rather odd and a red flag. For some that might equate to Fox taking a hit in the credibility department... I do not hold him responsible. I do believe Fox is trying to inform and build momentum towards disclosure and, as a non-omnipotent human, he can only do so much in validating a witness. Some problematic people may slip through the cracks. I will not comment on this witness more than you can look for yourself on YouTube by looking at, perhaps, Julian Dorey's podcast.

    So all in all, this is a very mixed bag. The Phenomenon and Moment of Contact both tower over this. As someone that has been into this subject since I was a kid I do look forward to more from James.
    7gdhxtjvgh

    Love James Fox but....

    I love a good documentary and my favorite topic is anything related to UAP's. I think this particular subject comes under a high level of scrutiny because of the decades of controversy, cover-up, and sensationalism. There is so much truth to the UAP phenomenon and I believe James Fox is outstanding in his investigation and content put fourth in this documentary. However, what I think is unnecessary, and reduces its credence, is the constant soundtrack music. Especially during interviews. It is not only distracting, but overly sensationalizes the topic. I actually enjoyed "Moment of Contact" much more from James Fox.
    8John_Human

    A great introduction to modern UAP-ology

    This IS the most up to date documentary on the phenomena. The pacing and the editing left a lot of room to digest the revelatory substance. There is no doubt, something is going on.

    The first 2/3's of this documentary are some of the most important points to understand about modern phenomena. The normal person who doesn't know much or anything about the topic will face undeniable facts, from reputable sources. It was a perfect way to show anyone, that this topic is something to take seriously.

    However, I am left with questions and potential motives about some of the witnesses/interviews, feeling very skeptical about one in particular.

    Overall, it is a fantastic documentary. One that I would share with my friends (and some of my fam).
    10robmiller1985

    James Fox never disappoints

    If you follow the topic it's nothing new, but still interesting. It's documentaries like these that will captivate casual believers and keep them up to date with what's been happening. The fact that congress and the media are finally taking this seriously is something I never thought I would see in my lifetime. I don't usually leave reviews but we can't let this get buried by the disinformation campaigns and "skeptics". Supporting people like James Fox is crucial to disclosure. At this point you're either willfully ignorant or a part of the problem, it's time to get on the right side of history.

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      • December 16, 2024 (United States)
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