An SAS Veteran Reviews The New Iranian Embassy Movie (6 Days) | RATED

On the 30 April 1980, gunmen stormed the Iranian Embassy in London and held 26 people hostage. 6 days later, the SAS assaulted the embassy. Robin Horsfall was part of the SAS team on that day.
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[@lottiebelottie]

My late husband was an SAS soldier. He trained all the guys who went in and had retired two weeks beforehand. Ten years ago I was invited to an SAS day and met one of the soldiers. He wrote a lovely message for my son in his book about his Dad.. 💙

[@johnjamesflashman6856]

I know it was a long while ago but I am sorry about you and your son's loss but I am sure you both are very proud of him.

[@richardpatton2502]

I’m sorry for your loss. What book would that be? I’d love to read it All the best

[@kmag7122]

rrrrrr God bless him he was the best of the best R.I.P 🇬🇧

[@petercummins2223]

Young Lady, U may of lost your Soul n Heart. But Remember, He Was a Member OF a Unit. That is The MOST RESPECTED Unit, In the WHOLE World. So He Will ALWAYS B LOVED THROUGHOUT The World. That Is the Best Memory U could Ever Wish for. He is a WORLD WIDE SUPERMAN! 🙂

[@roland20002000]

Respect to yourself, your family and your late husband.

[@jeremyramsay706]

It speaks volumes that every time you hear an ex SAS guy talk about anything on KZbin, they do it with incredible clarity, control, focus and a complete lack of vanity.

[@Pilbaratrucking]

Jeremy Ramsay lack of vanity is one of those qualities they possess.

[@TheSuperQuail]

Lack of vanity is a requirement of character. Nobody gets into the SAS for bragging rights - same with all special forces; these are people of steadfast resolve.

[@Kriegter]

lack of vanity is a trait in every special forces unit

[@yakovmoses6863]

They are professionals

[@stephenroche5107]

Jeremy Ramsay But plenty of celebrity you silly arse.

[@qweezy.]

even as someone from the U.S, I thank you for your service and I've always looked up to the SAS.

[@johnnyguitar6639]

@卩ㄩ丂丂ㄚ 丂ㄥ卂ㄚ乇尺 9000 Well the SAS are the fore runners of Delta force ,Seals and probably the green berets to. They basically wrote the book on hostage rescue.

[@johnnyguitar6639]

@卩ㄩ丂丂ㄚ 丂ㄥ卂ㄚ乇尺 9000 Wasn't there a embassy rescue in one of the R6 games?? I haven't played em since forever. I only remember the graphic was so,so. And that you could see bad guys,sticking out half way through the wall

[@xXfartscopesXx]

@@johnnyguitar6639 yeah, first mission on rogue spear iirc

[@bulletproofguy5112]

@@johnnyguitar6639 green berets are actually named after the green berets on the British marine commandos in ww2.. true fact..l

[@johnnyguitar6639]

@@bulletproofguy5112 Ok. I didn't know that. Thanx

[@donkeysknob5162]

11 minutes from start to finish, absolutely amazing, respect to the SAS , well done guys. RIP johhny mac 🙏🙏

[@THETalesFromTheAbyss]

i was going to comment on the fact that it took them 5 minutes to clear 54 rooms

[@larrysnipes7113]

yeah our Delta Force was modeled after S.A.S. after Charlie Beckwith a Green Beret went and trained with S.A..S. on actual missions and combat against Communist insurgents in Oman a British colony. it was one of his papers he wrote on the need for Special Forces such as the S.A.S. that helped propel the narrative along with approval for an anti terrorist force that could operate abroad such as Delta Force. Dessert One was an unfortunate chain of events that was hugely impacted by bad weather! (The failed/aborted rescue attempt mission to free American hostages at the American embassy in Tehran the Capital city of Iran.

[@kailashrai9536]

i am a Gurkha....watching this movie gave me goosebumps !!!! watch the assault two times... AWESOME SAS !!! SAULUTE

[@stevefrancis5489]

Thankyou for your Service Sir 'Ayo Gorkhali! 'The Gurkhas are upon you!'

[@NegiTaiMetal011]

You Gurkhas are awesome, badass, inspiring and fearless. Respect from Philippines. Thank you for your service and being true warriors. Ayo Gorkhali!

[@micheledibenedetto7780]

God bless the Ghurkas , and all the veteran ghurkas , amongst the most proud and polite and powerful

[@taiturrell2945]

You guys are bad ass

[@Heygoodlooking-lk9kg]

They say Gurkha's aren't afraid of dying,,,,,,but I think everyone is afraid of Gurkha's,,,,,,much respect to you all

[@blakesteele7800]

I was serving in the Royal Navy at the time. My best friend was serving with the Royal Marines, later on he took a commission with the S.A.S. Today we are still the best of friends.

[@Scree1972]

Wow!

[@GBOB68]

Scree72 Carpe Diem do I detect sarcasm?

[@kevinpenneykevinpenney846]

He Turned to The Dark Side....

[@cartoonsncereal1338]

Blake Steele that’s kinda weird, considering the Royal Marines are navy, you’d think he’d be part of the sbs, but of well

[@dickensdickens3025]

A royal marine commissioned in the regiment. Did he tell you that? Next time he does swing the lamp

[@rodkay69]

That footage is so iconic. I believe it exposed the general public to the whole existance of special forces. Of course the SAS did it with style. Good job Sir.

[@THETalesFromTheAbyss]

idk man getting caught up in your rope and being briefly caught on fire isnt stylish

[@robdean704]

@@THETalesFromTheAbyss zapping terrorists and rescuing people while the world looks on is as stylish as it gets

[@Englishman_and_mountains]

@@THETalesFromTheAbyss this isn't Hollywood.

[@jamesmcmillan1809]

Rarely have I seen such an impressive explanation of a military action by someone who was actually there. I salute you sir. Thank you for your service.

[@johnbuckley6051]

Back in the day when we actually dealt with terrorists correctly and in the only 3 languages that any of them understand: 5.56mm 9mm and 7.62mm.

[@28pbtkh23]

Something tells me that I can't imagine you agreeing with David Cameron's statement that "hoodies deserve a hug."

[@johnbuckley6051]

@@28pbtkh23 I thought he said that hoodies deserve a slug.....

[@bradleymcwilliams2629]

@@johnbuckley6051 hahahahahaha!!!

[@potato_of_the_gulag9982]

Oh my god...... thats the greatest comment ive ever heard. Lmao, keep doing what youre doing.

[@BigDuke6ixx]

They don't like it up 'em.

[@Chaddlee]

5 floors, 54 rooms, 60 hostages. All cleared in 11 minutes. With a loss of only 1 hostage. That is nothing short of a miracle.

[@orionstar1530]

The hostage was shot before they even went in so its even more impressive. Technically from the time they raided 0 hostages were killed. Truly incredible

[@Jorgen87]

@@orionstar1530 abit late but, the one getting killed, was first at the body were "kicked out the door" leading the assault too get a green light, there was another hostage getting killed AFTER they had went in, so in between those first min, you hear shots (check live coverage), 2 hostage were being shot by the terrorists, 1 survivied and one killed during the assault.

[@drunkinclam100]

Also taking out an IRA cell in Gibraltar before they could act

[@hughfranklin4002]

Everyone of those guys was a hero. Thank you for being there.

[@harman1967]

Huge respect to you guys, had the privilege to briefly meet an SAS veteran some years ago at Bisley, as has been said it's not about taking lives but saving them and the Iranian Embassy siege is a good example.

[@j4stice746]

I remember watching it live as a 5 year old with my mother and was captivated by the whole drama, not understanding the seriousness of it all. Years later I had the pleasure of working with someone who was at the scene on that day. I was on duty one particular day when said friend came for a chat, he was off duty. While we were chatting I had seen a situation unfolding involving a young man with a stanley knife which was near the general public, notably women and children. Telling my mate what was happening I went to deal with the young man. In my job we don't carry anything that can be used as a weapon for self defence. I heared my mate say "hes gotta go" and was right beside me even though he was off duty, about 20 years my senior and half my height.I never expected or even asked him to help, it was just in him to do so.We owe these guys a lot more than we will ever know. Im very glad he was there that day.

[@EdMcF1]

It's remarkable how little nonsense there has been in terms of hostage situations in the UK since this resolution.

[@cacwgm]

There were several hostage situations in the following years, with many being resolved by the fear that the SAS might be on their way.

[@MyCovertNarcissism]

You're service, your bravery, I cannot even begin to comprehend. Thank you so much Sir.

[@stephenwoods4118]

Thank you , sir, for you service.

[@stephenwoods4118]

No Bullshit involved. That is a thanks from one person who has been at the sharp end to another.

[@zigi4334]

Please don't Americanize our language anymore.Its butchered enough already.

[@alien_industries3803]

Stephen Woods hope that pointed stick did not leave any lasting scars! it fucked my back up!

[@matjov]

What's wrong with saying thank you? I'm a brit btw.

[@alien_industries3803]

nothing wrong at all, seems some English people have been severely brainwashed by liberal bullshit. Heard a 12 year old classroom in Guernsey was given a homework project to write a letter to their family stating why they converted to islam, a muslim lord mayor, child grooming gangs raping young English girls etc etc, you have bigger problems than saying thank you to some old retired SAS soldier who cant tell you anything about his missions for you to be thankful for!

[@julianmarsh2758]

What a brilliant guy that speaks honestly, factually and confidently, and you can tell when people are telling the truth......Thank you for your servive, I for one are truely grateful.

[@NorrieMacTHESMOG]

RIP John Mac

[@guesswho7664]

Norrie Smog why he was caught with loads kids indecent pics on his pc .

[@Brecconable]

Was he actually caught though? Or was it a false statement?

Well he fled the country and never came back, so.....

[@Brecconable]

+British Ball he passed away after his son was killed in Afghan and buried in the UK. So who made the accusation?

[@NorrieMacTHESMOG]

Never heard of this. Bullshit probably. As far as I know, he died of Cardiac Arrest, due to a heart attack

[@neverinlife2]

thanks Robin and all sas personal for the past and present service to our country

[@fortawesome1974]

Thanks for the review mate. I'm an ex Infantry Veteran from the Royal Australian Regiment and we were made to study this assault in great detail. Whilst watching the movie I very quickly realised this may as well have been fiction it's so far from anything that actually happened it's almost laughable and it's an insult to you men who did this assault!!

[@davidoconnell4100]

A very thoughtful guy. Almost all of the SAS guys you see interviewed seem really clever thoughtful guys.

[@andyjames5707]

Great insight, thanks Robin, and thank you for what you did that day. All the best.

[@paulmitchell8740]

We owe you guys so much respect 👍🏼🥇

[@CameronM47]

I remember as a kid on the Army bases in the Rhineland back when it was still west Germany, this whole incident captivated all us lads that had a serving parent. What was funny was the fact everyones dad was suddenly ex sas, or going for selection.

[@robraver]

I didnt know about the SAS until the 1982 Falklands War, where I live, think my Dad explained who/what they were. It wasnt until 1984(?) that I got to see the film Who Dares Wins which gave me some idea of thier counter terror stuff. Its a sad fact that some serious nutters have claimed to be ex SF. Wonder what would happen if some of them bumped into the real thing.

[@Dicky2219]

Excellent commentary, I like to see people say it as it was, not as the film makers would like you to believe..... well done sir...

[@TheRowlandstone73]

I was 7 in 1980 and remember watching the news footage and being fascinated by it. Seeing those dark-clad, masked figures and being told they were saving people from bad guys, to me, they were basically real-life superheroes!

[@petercummins2223]

U Would of been like Me. GLUED To the TV. I was 5. 🙂

[@graegor0884]

You think you have read and know everything about this, I watched it live on TV at the time, but these guys were and are on a different level. Respect

[@Scree1972]

So DId I.

[@dodibenabba1378]

So did I, it's a real marker for people of a certain age.

[@ianhammond6009]

@@dodibenabba1378 You couldn't have put that better!

[@littlephilly7537]

Thank you lads for all your service . We are so very proud of all of you

[@makeitsonumberone1358]

Total respect to you and everyone who serve in the forces.

[@carlobalzer3238]

SAS best in the world 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@Bob-Horse]

I remember watching this unfold through tv reports, fascinating stuff and thank you Mr Horsfall and all your service mates for the fantastic work you do.

[@GCJNash]

Now I can finally say, a big thank you to you and all the guys.

[@Charliebrum]

A true hero very proud of you even though we have never met .

[@georgetuisawau4781]

Two guys who took part in that raid were from the tiny South Pacific Island of Fiji.

[@bengunns9500]

Respect

[@chriskinsley4922]

You are indeed correct

[@hoii962]

All day

[@pmpl66]

Total Respect to all Pilgrims, serving, retired and past. Thank you all 👍

[@justinoliver6934]

Thank you for your service

[@Episkopi2008]

Truly a moment in history. I was 8 at the time and seeing these guys on tv influenced the rest on my life! Even better to know they are on our side! As Robin says - the guys are from different socioeconomic backgrounds but have the same level of professionalism and pride in what they do. And yes - it is a greater accomplishment to save a life than to take life! As others have stated, the film is good, if inaccurate. Very rarely does any film do justice to the truth.

[@camelgrinder]

I am surprised the movie didn't have the Americans storming the embassy, they seem to take credit for everything else.

[@moneypenny1267]

Thank you so much for what you do 🙏🏻

[@northernninjarunner5506]

Thank you Sir for every person like you that stands up and does a job that we could not do.

[@sohomsengupta8914]

From a layman's point of view, the film was actually good, tense and quite crisp. More so it's on Netflix hence not the same kind of investment required as going to the theatre. I don't think it will be possible for a dramatic film to portray exactly everything according to facts and minute details without getting to become like a documentary. The SAS guy is correct in his views, he was there and has all the right to feel miffed about misrepresentation of his fellow men in arms. However for a layman like me who is interested in these kind of films, I felt that the film did a decent job. I liked the film much better than Zero Dark Thirty(a film in the similar space around a famous assault by special forces) which I felt was very boring and lacked any kind of suspense or drama whatsoever.

[@glencarle1009]

As you say, there is no way to portray everything and everyone who was involved or all the preparations that they did over the 6 days. For a 2 hour film you have to hugely condense things down and get the number of characters down to a reasonable level. I quite enjoyed the film.

[@jayjay5640]

God bless you and the boys sir ,we are very lucky too have you watching our backs.

[@jeffarmstrong3017]

In those days thats how we dealt with terrorists. Now we give them free houses and thousands in benefits

[@CM-nt5so]

I mean, we don't really, do we.

[@user-eg3cx5oz2f]

@@CM-nt5so no

[@jayo3074]

What kind of stupid comment is this?

[@MarkMiller-zm2th]

Yeah, I second that. Thank you for your service mate.

[@AC-SlaUkr]

Thanks for the steer. I’ll miss the film. Top man. Thank-you for your service.

[@HappisakVideos]

Thank you for your service. :)

[@1979jon]

Thank you for keeping the country the safe.

[@chefinavan1]

What a shame, I'd seen this film advertised and was hoping for a reasonably accurate portrayal of events. it's a pivotal moment in (somewhat) modern British history and should not of been churned out on the cheap with no regard for the efforts of those involved in the real mission.

[@richardmiller3922]

Totally agree.

[@Minecraftrok999]

chefinavan1 it’s a good movie though.

[@chefinavan1]

I thought it was pretty lame

[@alanpwhelan]

A good insight into what actually happened. I never would have known there were 60 members of the SAS involved. I still want to see 6 Days just to see how it looks.

[@philipmilner9638]

The SAS made all British people proud to be British that day...

[@zipz8423]

I was 9 years old in 1980 it was incredible watching, glued to our shitty black and white TV you had to put 50p into. Then two years later the Falklands war, decided I was going Royal Navy , 22 years in I had no regrets. Saw plenty of SF types in my time, fantastic professionals and not to be messed about with. I hope we never dilute the force and keep them "elite", we`d be fucked without them to be honest.

[@ianhammond6009]

Amen to that! Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum

[@paulissus8974]

Robin Horsfall along with his colleagues that secured the lives of the hostages at the Iranian embassy in London in 1980 are authentic British military heroes.

[@GtBFilms]

Amazing heros. Still makes us proud that these professionals are prepared to step up when we need them.

[@dharmaboy8491]

Thank you for your sacrifice

[@amonomaly6875]

So glad its on Netflix now

[@infinity4066]

Massive respect for all you guys.

[@Born2007]

Saw the film a few weeks ago. I thought it was quite good, but the criticisms here are probably fair.

[@Jockesse]

Exactly my thought!

[@annuitcoeptis9997]

Its not, if you take a look at the wikipedia article and other sources you will notice, taht the film is closer to the reality, then this veteran himself - the filmcrew actually empolyed an sAS-member how was part of the assault, to help them fact-check... Btw there were no more than 30-35 SAS members present... not 60.

[@The_Caledonian]

@@annuitcoeptis9997 I wouldn't call wikipedia as a credible resource as anyone can change the information on there if they make an account. However, that being said, it was during the 1980's and memory can be faulty at times.

[@jasonkane454]

What is that film my friend?

[@mawdeeps7691]

@@annuitcoeptis9997 this guy was there

[@gregbarber7585]

I appreciate this man's opinion on the film and will keep in mind its lack of accuracy when I watch it.

[@AmitSingh-is1jn]

God bless the SAS.

[@vonclap]

Inspirational group of men, proud of what they did

[@KaY17777]

As an American I have a great deal of respect for the SAS

[@greggregory4654]

I like this guy. Direct and honest.

[@lindabayliss5228]

God bless you guys, it's a good job we have you. X

[@harveyhams1572]

Thank you for being there.

[@aspectsynx7882]

thank u for your service

[@Andrew-is7rs]

Legends. 👍💪🇬🇧

[@Andrew-is7rs]

starfiremale Say to their faces....

[@gerwulfthered154]

Starfire@ Fucking coward.

[@Teasehirt]

God Bless the SAS and the SBS

[@Haxston]

We will never have a prime minister like Margret Thatcher again...

[@adamseddon1555]

Thank god

[@donuk21]

The best we have had in recent years, unions don’t shout much now, she shut them up. Gladly before they brought all our industry to its knees to join British Leyland,, killed by union power

[@duncandunn1930]

@@donuk21 so very true

[@donuk21]

@@duncandunn1930 thank you kindly

[@bujin1977]

@@donuk21 Yeah, god damn those worker scumbags who think they should actually have *rights* and be treated like human beings.

[@joedixon1806]

I think what you got to remember is the film is based on rusty firmin and his role the reason every one is not mentioned is because it’s his story

[@CBTinstructor]

Very well presented Rob, and with clarity & great attention to detail. Next we meet in P Square, I'll have my copy of your book to sign, if you will?

[@hirdy161]

Absolutely right. Joining the RM in the next intake, and for me the SAS and SBS guys have reached the absolute pinnacle of soldiering. Maybe one day. Entertaining film, doesn't make up for the fact it rewrites history.

[@Scree1972]

No It Doesn't. It is 99 Percent Accurate Actually.

[@jesoby]

Fascinating I had indeed believed only about 8 soldiers assaulted the building and was none the wiser after seeing the movie.

[@RJM1011]

Thee BBC doc is VERY good like he says. Thank you Mr Horsfall. :)

[@liamhollin8265]

I was only 4 years old, but that night my dad got me out of bed to watch the news footage.from that mpment on, i was hooked. Since then i'v been a huge enthusiast of the S.A.S. its my opinion that on collection of a beige beret, it should come with a knighthood, automaticaly. True knights of the realm.👍👍👍👍👍

[@infeedel7706]

Thank you Mr. Horsfall for your deeds and for your opinions on the movie. My cousin was in Oman and I've been reading about Operation Storm.

[@osiris8637]

When talking about the bits that he did find "accurate" to the real life mission he should've mentioned the gear and uniforms which seemed pretty spot on, and the fact during training one of the guys, possibly Mac (I can't remember) talks about how shitty the gear was, which at the time was true. The vests were very bulky and made from pigskin.

[@911shan]

From the horses mouth... The best of the best, the king of kings, the legends and myths that are wispered about around quiet corners. SAS... Salute to you sir... I cannot fathom the physical and mental training required to even pass the preliminary tests for the SAS recruitment, let alone complete the 6 months of hell on earth and continue to train at that level during years of service with the SAS. Absolutely incredible.

[@erniebongo]

You're a legend sir..

[@clayp.e30_v86]

Legends and warriors every one of them

[@iammoose4349]

Can’t wait to see this film, a shame it didn’t make cinemas but hopefully out soon on dvd and iTunes.

[@chefinavan1]

I AM MOOSE dude the genuine article pretty much just said this is bollocks

[@deanbun8822]

Netflix

[@robertfrank8056]

I AM MOOSE is on Netflix.

[@iammoose4349]

Robert Franks I will be on Netflix then, thanks for letting me know.

[@oleandreasdaffy]

it's on netflix if you have it :D

[@FallenAngel53]

Thanks for your service 🙏

[@MohammedAli-zh8kf]

Great job sir ❤️💕SAS❤️💕

[@JakeSpeed69]

Respect...

[@sj460162]

Total legends. Ive always been interested in how a special forces guy can be so focused under the ultimate pressure..the threat of losing his life.

[@patrickj.maloney3000]

Did the guy who missed the balcony when abseiling down on the right-hand side have to endure his comrades ragging for very long afterward?

[@philipbailey9670]

Yeah but what color is the boathouse at Hereford?

[@jamiedalton2623]

Is it beige?

[@DrB81]

Ask Sean bean.

[@jamiedalton2623]

Stirling! :)

[@obo7707]

I am very impressed with this man , and all others of the SAS and other military forces. Humble , honest , willing to sacrifice their time , their bodies and their reputation to train , to become experts at their craft , and to do things that others arent willing to do- all to save lives and eradicate those who plan and carry out heinous acts against innocent people. And if that wasnt enough , he is a good film critic as well.

[@iananderson7883]

Thanks. My Uncle John ( he was Scottish ) was in the regiment we never knew what he was up to.

[@johnjohn6486]

i remember watching this news flash back in 1980,i was 17,it was the worlds longest news flash at the time.

[@classiclarry88]

6 Days is on Amazon Video. I liked it, yeah there are a few hollywood-isms like the dolled up reporter, but I still enjoyed it.

[@-Gumbo]

I agree. Every Documentary about the Siege is better than the movie.

[@jonstaveley8355]

I've watched the movie it's ok shame they didn't get some of you guys onboard when making it would of been a great movie then. Thanks for your service.

[@DrB81]

jon staveley rusty firmin was involved in the making of this film

[@jonstaveley8355]

Ok it's sounds like they never asked anyone....

[@ianhammond6009]

@@jonstaveley8355 Having seen it it LOOKS like they didn't. It's a huge let-down. I was looking forward to it hugely, but it's sadly one of the worst films i've ever seen. Having Rusty Firmin there should have made it way better. The observations of Robin Horsfall are 100% correct in my opinion, although we all see things differently obviously.

[@garybonham6048]

Sad to hear that the movie was poorly done, a shame for a compelling honorable story.

[@MrMrmcook2008]

Great Video by a great man.

[@beast0339]

"Who Dares Wins" You all Dared. You all Won. Well done sir

[@7belowzero]

One word.... " Respect " Oh and " God Save The Queen "

[@johnmellor932]

The documentary he speaks of is the most informative and more entertaing than the movie. It is posted up on youtube but for some reason its cut down to an hour so there is about 30 minutes missing. I have the whole doc on VHS but sadly nothing to play it on.

[@mustafakemal9547]

Respect, Ex @ Para....good to hear honest facts

[@magnusmowat8024]

Thought the film was too polished and just made for money....total 150% proud to have the SAS at our backs..best in the world

[@mrsiborg]

Well you can't get a more damning indictment than that, 6 days 1/10. Thank you Robin xx