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Behind Enemy Lines True Story Explained: Admiral Leslie Reigart, Lawsuit & More

Behind Enemy Lines is an action-packed war thriller directed by John Moore and starring Owen Wilson and Gene Hackman - and it's exactly the kind of story that makes viewers wonder if it's based on a real situation. The movie grossed over $90 million at the box office worldwide and became known for its thrilling aerial dogfight sequences and intense survival drama. However, despite the film's action-packed narrative, critics offered mixed reviews, with some praising its excitement while others criticized its overly dramatic tone.

Since its release, Behind Enemy Lines has had a lasting impact on pop culture, particularly for its vivid depictions of combat and high-stakes rescue missions. The film is often remembered for its tension-filled action sequences, and it contributed to a trend of early 2000s military-focused films. Although the movie resonated with audiences, it also sparked questions about how much of it was based on real-life events, especially given the involvement of real military oper

Behind Enemy Lines (2001 film)

2001 film by John Moore

This article is about the 2001 war film. For the film series it initiated, see Behind Enemy Lines (film series).

Behind Enemy Lines is a 2001 American actionwar film directed by John Moore in his directorial debut, and starring Owen Wilson and Gene Hackman. The film tells the story of Lieutenant Chris Burnett, an American naval flight officer who is shot down over Bosnia and uncovers genocide during the Bosnian War. Meanwhile, the rear admiral commanding the carrier strike group to which he is assigned is struggling to gain approval to launch a combat search and rescue mission to save Burnett. The plot is loosely based on the 1995 Mrkonjić Grad incident that occurred during the war.[2]

Released on November 30, 2001, Behind Enemy Lines received generally negative reviews from critics. However, it was a considerable box office success, taking in nearly $92 million worldwide against a $40 million budget.

The film started a franchise of direct-to-videospiritual successors: Behind Enemy Lines II: Axis of Ev

Chris Burnett

Full name

Christopher Burnett

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Callsign:
Longhorn

Last film

Behind Enemy Lines


Lieutenant Christopher "Chris" Burnett is a United States Navy flight officer. In 1995, he was sent on a routine reconnaissance mission that went horribly wrong. He and his pilot, Lieutenant Jeremy Stackhouse, were shot down behind enemy lines.

Stackhouse was soon killed and Burnett had to fend for himself. With the help of Rear Admiral Leslie Reigart and members of the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy, Lieutenant Burnett was rescued and to reconnaissance photographs retrieved.

After this, despite prior intentions to leave his career as a Navy officer, Burnett continued to serve in the United States Navy.

Biography[]

Early life[]

Chris Burnett was born to Ed Burnett and his wife.

United States Navy service[]

At an unknown point in time, Chris joined the United States Navy.

Behind Enemy Lines[]

Behind the Scenes[]

Appearances[]

Films
Behind Enemy LinesBehind Enemy Lines II:
Axis of Evil
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