Countdown to Zero
Demand Zero.
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Countdown to Zero
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2010-01-25
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 6.429/10 (35 votes)
- Budget: $271,323
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Lawrence Bender Productions, Participant, World Security Institute, Nuclear Disarmament Documentary
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2747
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Gary Oldman
as Narrator (voice)
Graham Allison
as Self
James Baker III
as Self
Bruce Blair
as Self
Tony Blair
as Self
Zbigniew Brzezinski
as Self
Matthew Bunn
as Self
Richard Burt
as Self
Jimmy Carter
as Self
Mike Chinoy
as Self
Gallery
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countdown to Zero?▼
Countdown to Zero is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2010-01-25.
Who are the main actors in Countdown to Zero?▼
The main cast includes Gary Oldman, Graham Allison, James Baker III, Bruce Blair, Tony Blair, .
Where can I watch Countdown to Zero online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Countdown to Zero is available.
Is Countdown to Zero based on a true story?▼
Demand Zero.
What is the IMDb rating of Countdown to Zero?▼
Countdown to Zero has an IMDb rating of 6.429/10 based on 35 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Countdown to Zero?▼
The movie had a production budget of $271,323 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Countdown to Zero?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Lawrence Bender Productions, Participant, World Security Institute, Nuclear Disarmament Documentary. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Countdown to Zero filmed?▼
Countdown to Zero was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Countdown to Zero?▼
The total runtime of Countdown to Zero is 91 minutes.
Is Countdown to Zero suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Countdown to Zero?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Countdown to Zero.
Does Countdown to Zero have a post-credit scene?▼
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