Black Files Declassified (2020): S01E04 – How to Stop an Assassination

Introduction Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe? Outline An obscure footnote in a declassified government file leads to a secret group of scientists tasked with one of the most important missions of all time: to protect…

Andrew Marshall

10/03/2025

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Military Technology

Introduction

Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe?

Outline

An obscure footnote in a declassified government file leads to a secret group of scientists tasked with one of the most important missions of all time: to protect the president. Mike Baker investigates the black-budget programme known as Project Star.

Black Files Declassified Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 23 April 2020.
Running Time: 42 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.