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Frontline S42E7 — America and the Taliban (3)
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Frontline•Season 42•Episode 7

America and the Taliban (3)

7.3/10 · 44 votesApr 25, 202354 min

Ranked #5 of 22 in Season 42•+1.4 vs season avg

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How America's 20-year investment in Afghanistan culminated in Taliban victory. Drawing on decades of on-the-ground reporting and interviews with Taliban and U.S. officials, part three of this epic three-part investigation traces the missteps and consequences.

Directed byMartin Smith, Marcela Gaviria
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Will Lyman

Will Lyman

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Martin Smith

Martin Smith

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Brian Funck

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Marcela Gaviria

Director

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Episode Summary

"America and the Taliban (3)" is episode 7 of Frontline season 42. It scored 7.3/10 from 44 votes, ranking #5 of 22 episodes this season (season average 5.9). Directed by Martin Smith, Marcela Gaviria, it aired on April 25, 2023.

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