The Manhattan Project
Paul Stevens' high school science project has gotten a little out of hand. He just built an atomic bomb. Now he's got 11 hours to make sure it doesn't work.
A gifted high school student steals plutonium from the secret nuclear weapons facility in his home town in order to construct his own nuclear bomb, win a national science fair, and expose the government's secrets.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Manhattan Project
- Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller
- Release Date: 1986-06-13
- Runtime: 118 minutes
- Rating: 6.2/10 (104 votes)
- Budget: $18,000,000
- Revenue: $3,900,000
- Production Companies: Gladden Entertainment, 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.516
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
John Lithgow
as John Mathewson
Christopher Collet
as Paul Stephens
Cynthia Nixon
as Jenny Anderman
Jill Eikenberry
as Elizabeth Stephens
John Mahoney
as Lt. Col. Conroy
Richard Jenkins
as Radiation Controls Officer
Robert Sean Leonard
as Max
Steve Blum
as Laser Efficiency Kid (as Richard Cardona)
Sarah Burke
as Jenny's Parent
Robert Schenkkan
as Government Aide
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Trailers & Clips
The Manhattan Project (1986) Trailer
The Manhattan Project Official Trailer #1 - John Lithgow Movie (1986) HD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Manhattan Project?▼
The Manhattan Project is a Science Fiction, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1986-06-13.
Who are the main actors in The Manhattan Project?▼
The main cast includes John Lithgow, Christopher Collet, Cynthia Nixon, Jill Eikenberry, John Mahoney, .
Where can I watch The Manhattan Project online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Manhattan Project is available.
Is The Manhattan Project based on a true story?▼
Paul Stevens' high school science project has gotten a little out of hand. He just built an atomic bomb. Now he's got 11 hours to make sure it doesn't work.
What is the IMDb rating of The Manhattan Project?▼
The Manhattan Project has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 104 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Manhattan Project?▼
The movie had a production budget of $18,000,000 and earned $3,900,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Manhattan Project?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Gladden Entertainment, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Manhattan Project filmed?▼
The Manhattan Project was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Manhattan Project?▼
The total runtime of The Manhattan Project is 118 minutes.
Is The Manhattan Project suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Manhattan Project?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Manhattan Project.
Does The Manhattan Project have a post-credit scene?▼
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