The Invisible Pilot

The Invisible Pilot

Documentary 2022

Available on HBO Max

Pilot Gary Betzner unexpectedly commits suicide, but the mystery surrounding his death deepens and unfurls a caper-filled tale involving a world of drug smuggling, gun running, and a covert war conducted at the highest level of the U.S. government.

Documentary 2022

15

EPISODE 1

Chapter One

In 1977, small-town crop-duster pilot, Gary Betzner, jumps to his death, leaving a trail of money, drugs, and secrets in his wake.

51 min 4 Apr 2002 15
EPISODE 2

Chapter Two

After faking his own death, Gary re-emerges as a prolific drug smuggler, until he catches the attention of the CIA.

51 min 1 Jan 2022 15
EPISODE 3

Chapter Three

In 1986, Gary's testimony on the CIA's covert operations threatens to expose the government's involvement in the Iran-Contra scandal.

56 min 1 Jan 2022 15

Phil Lott

Director
Ari Mark

Director
Adam McKay

Producer
Todd Schulman

Producer
Ari Mark

Producer

About

The Invisible Pilot

DOCUMENTARY

Pilot Gary Betzner unexpectedly commits suicide, but the mystery surrounding his death deepens and unfurls a caper-filled tale involving a world of drug smuggling, gun running, and a covert war conducted at the highest level of the U.S. government.

Information

Studio: HBO
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2022
Rated: 15

Languages

Original Audio: English
Audio: * (AD, ⁨Dolby 5.1⁩, AAC)

Accessibility

: Audio descriptions (AD) refer to a narration track describing what is happening on screen to provide context for those who are blind or have low vision.