Black Files Declassified (2022): S02E01 – Future Robotic Warfare

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 Declassified documents reveal a semi-autonomous spy drone developed by CIA engineers during the Cold War, and now, Mike Baker investigates a black file that may uncover the US…

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

Declassified documents reveal a semi-autonomous spy drone developed by CIA engineers during the Cold War, and now, Mike Baker investigates a black file that may uncover the US government’s plan to create fully autonomous robots for warfare.

Black Files Declassified Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 10 March 2022.
Running Time: 42 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.