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Barbarians at the Gate

Barbarians at the Gate

Description: Based on a true story, this humor-tinged docudrama follows F. Ross Johnson (James Garner), the CEO and president of the massive food and tobacco corporation RJR Nabisco, as he attempts to buy the company. Before long, other major players become involved, most notably ruthless executive Henry Kravis (Jonathan Pryce), which leads to clashes with Johnson. As the bids roll in, and Kravis makes his savvy moves, can Johnson win out in this battle of aggressive business tactics?
Genre: Drama, Comedy-drama
Year Released: 1993
Awards: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie, MORE
Initial Release: March 20, 1993
Director: Glenn Jordan
Network: HBO
Screenplay: Larry Gelbart
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