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The Best Episodes of Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1

Every episode of Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1!

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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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 Episode 1 - War
    8.6/10(95 votes)

    #1 - War

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 Episode 2 - Insurgency
    8.6/10(86 votes)

    #2 - Insurgency

    S1:E2

    The Iraqi insurgency is examined through Lt Colonel Sassaman’s descent into the darkest regions of his psyche.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 Episode 3 - Fallujah
    8.8/10(91 votes)

    #3 - Fallujah

    S1:E3

    The infamous battle of Fallujah is told by eye-witness accounts from journalists, soldiers and civilians.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 Episode 4 - Saddam
    8.8/10(77 votes)

    #4 - Saddam

    S1:E4

    CIA analyst John Nixon is the first person to interrogate Saddam.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Once Upon a Time in Iraq Season 1 Episode 5 - Legacy
    8.7/10(76 votes)

    #5 - Legacy

    S1:E5

    The emergence of ISIS concludes the brutal legacy of the Iraq War.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"War" is the best rated episode of "Once Upon a Time in Iraq" season 1. It scored 8.6/10 based on 95 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/13/2020. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Insurgency".