About this movie
Although the Cold War is behind us, the threat of nuclear disaster remains very real. Director Lucy Walker discusses the invention of the atomic bomb and brings the story into the present day, examining the possibility of nuclear calamity under the categories of "Madness," "Accident" and "Miscalculation." With narration by Gary Oldman, the film includes a hypothetical sequence of a nuclear explosion in New York City's Times Square, timed to coincide with the New Year's Eve countdown.
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Quick facts
Year
2010
Runtime
1h 31m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 6.4/10
Votes
35
Genre
Documentary
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$0.3M
Cast
woman director
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Questions about Countdown to Zero
How long is Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero has a runtime of 1h 31m (1 hour and 31 minutes).
Who directed Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero was directed by Lucy Walker and released in 2010.
What genre is Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero is a Documentary film (2010).
Who stars in Countdown to Zero?
The cast of Countdown to Zero includes Gary Oldman, Graham Allison, James Baker III, Bruce Blair, Tony Blair.
What is the TMDB rating for Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero has a TMDB rating of 6.4/10 based on 35 votes.
