'6 Days' trivia and fun facts

One of the real protagonists

Kate Adie, one of the journalists who broadcasted the siege, attended the '6 Days' premiere in New Zealand.

Snooker

The siege's broadcasting had a great impact because they interrupted a snooker competition final.

Advisor

Rusty Firmin is played by Jamie Bell and he was the technical advisor on the film. He served 15 years in the SAS and led one of the teams in charge of the kidnapping.

10,000 soldiers?

The SAS used only 30 to 35 soldiers in the raid, but they estimate that more than 10,000 people claim to have taken part.