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The Day After

The Day After

They told us it would be impossible to make this movie. They told us it would be impossible for you to watch it. We hope nothing is impossible.

In the mid-1980s, the U.S. is poised on the brink of nuclear war. This shadow looms over the residents of a small town in Kansas as they continue their daily lives. Dr. Russell Oakes maintains his busy schedule at the hospital, Denise Dahlberg prepares for her upcoming wedding, and Stephen Klein is deep in his graduate studies. When the unthinkable happens and the bombs come down, the town's residents are thrust into the horrors of nuclear winter.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Day After
  • Genres: Science Fiction, Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1983-11-20
  • Runtime: 127 minutes
  • Rating: 6.736/10 (398 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: ABC Circle Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.6939
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

as Dr. Russell Oakes

JoBeth Williams

JoBeth Williams

as Nurse Nancy Bauer

Steve Guttenberg

Steve Guttenberg

as Stephen Klein

John Cullum

John Cullum

as Jim Dahlberg

John Lithgow

John Lithgow

as Joe Huxley

Bibi Besch

Bibi Besch

as Eve Dahlberg

Lori Lethin

Lori Lethin

as Denise Dahlberg

Amy Madigan

Amy Madigan

as Alison Ransom

Jeff East

Jeff East

as Bruce Gallatin

Georgann Johnson

Georgann Johnson

as Helen Oakes

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Day After Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Day After?

The Day After is a Science Fiction, Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1983-11-20.

Who are the main actors in The Day After?

The main cast includes Jason Robards, JoBeth Williams, Steve Guttenberg, John Cullum, John Lithgow, .

Where can I watch The Day After online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Day After is available.

Is The Day After based on a true story?

They told us it would be impossible to make this movie. They told us it would be impossible for you to watch it. We hope nothing is impossible.

What is the IMDb rating of The Day After?

The Day After has an IMDb rating of 6.736/10 based on 398 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Day After?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Day After?

The soundtrack was composed by ABC Circle Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Day After filmed?

The Day After was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Day After?

The total runtime of The Day After is 127 minutes.

Is The Day After suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Day After?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Day After.

Does The Day After have a post-credit scene?

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