The Tank Man (2006) is a Documentary, History film that follows on June 5, 1989, one day after Chinese troops expelled thousands of demonstrators from Tiananmen Square in Beijing, a solitary, unarmed protester stood his ground before a column of tanks advancing down the Avenue of Eternal Peace. Captured by Western photographers watching nearby, this extraordinary confrontation became an icon of the fight for freedom around the world. FRONTLINE investigates the mystery of the tank man — his identity, his fate, and his significance for the Chinese leadership. The Tank Man is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. It has a user rating of 8.7 out of 10 from 3 votes. Fans of documentary movies may also want to explore similar titles below.