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DRAMA . 1996 . 2h 58m . 5.1/10

The Siege at Ruby Ridge_

"A true story that shocked the nation."

A mini-series dramatization of the controversial 1992 attack by federal agents on the Idaho home of Randy Weaver, a white seperatist. The ten-day siege, begun over a minor gun charge, resulted in the deaths of Weaver's son, wife and dog, and a U.S. Marshall. The incident caused major public outcry against the FBI and U.S. Marshals.

Starring Laura Dern, Randy Quaid, Kirsten Dunst
5.1/10
Rating
2h 58m
Runtime
1996
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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A true story that shocked the nation.

A mini-series dramatization of the controversial 1992 attack by federal agents on the Idaho home of Randy Weaver, a white seperatist. The ten-day siege, begun over a minor gun charge, resulted in the deaths of Weaver's son, wife and dog, and a U.S. Marshall. The incident caused major public outcry against the FBI and U.S. Marshals.

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Cast
Laura Dern stars as Vicki Weaver in The Siege at Ruby Ridge.
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Year context
The Siege at Ruby Ridge was released 30 years ago in 1996.
Overview
A mini-series dramatization of the controversial 1992 attack by federal agents on the Idaho home of Randy Weaver, a white seperatist. The ten-day siege, begu...
The Siege at Ruby Ridge is a Drama, History, TV Movie film with a runtime of 2h 58m.

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Status
Released
Runtime
178 min (2h 58m)
Country
Rating
5.1/10 (11 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Siege at Ruby Ridge about?
A mini-series dramatization of the controversial 1992 attack by federal agents on the Idaho home of Randy Weaver, a white seperatist. The ten-day siege, begun over a minor gun charge, resulted in the deaths of Weaver's son, wife and dog, and a U.S. Marshall. The incident caused major public outcry against the FBI and U.S. Marshals.
How long is The Siege at Ruby Ridge?
The Siege at Ruby Ridge has a runtime of 178 minutes (2h 58m).
Who stars in The Siege at Ruby Ridge?
The cast of The Siege at Ruby Ridge includes Laura Dern, Randy Quaid, Kirsten Dunst, Darren E. Burrows, G.W. Bailey.
What is the rating of The Siege at Ruby Ridge?
The Siege at Ruby Ridge has a rating of 5.1 out of 10 based on 11 votes on TMDB.

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Drama History TV Movie
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