To fully appreciate the film, it's essential to understand the historical context in which it's set. In 1979, the Iranian Revolution overthrew the government of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, leading to the establishment of an Islamic republic. The revolution was marked by anti-American sentiment, which culminated in the storming of the United States Embassy in Tehran on November 4, 1979. A group of Iranian students took 52 American diplomats and citizens hostage, sparking a diplomatic crisis that lasted for 444 days.

The film was a massive hit, winning three Academy Awards , including Best Picture , Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Film Editing. How to Watch in Hindi

The plan was for the six to pose as part of a film crew scouting for locations for a science fiction movie titled "Argo". They were given new identities and put through a period of intense pretending to prepare for their new "roles". The group then flew out of Iran on January 28, 1980.