What is Ghosts of Beirut about?

Ghosts of Beirut is a gripping four-part espionage drama that premiered on Showtime on May 19, 2023. The series delves into the complex and clandestine pursuit of Imad Mughniyeh, a mastermind behind various attacks attributed to Hezbollah throughout the 1980s and 1990s. The narrative unfolds across a multi-perspective format that offers viewpoints from American, Israeli, and Lebanese parties involved in one of the modern era's most compelling intelligence operations. A cast of diverse talents, such as Dermot Mulroney, Dina Shihabi, Hisham Suleiman, and Iddo Goldberg, portray the story's key figures—intelligence agents, operatives, and Mughniyeh himself. Created by Avi Issacharoff and Lior Raz and directed by Greg Barker, the show examines the intricate game of cat-and-mouse that continued until Mughniyeh's demise in 2008. Through its portrayal of historical events and fictional dramatization, Ghosts of Beirut offers viewers an intimate look into the high-stakes world of international espionage and the enduring quest for justice.

The first episode of Ghosts of Beirut aired on May 21, 2023 and the most recent episode to air was on June 11, 2023.