Chernobyl Diaries movie poster

Chernobyl Diaries

"Ten years ago, the Ukrainian government let tourists visit the area around Chernobyl. They said it was safe...it wasn't."

May 24, 2012 1h 28m 5.3/10 (1,655 votes)

Originally released in 2012. Chernobyl Diaries is a horror/thriller film. directed by Bradley Parker. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jesse McCartney, and Devin Kelley

Synopsis

A group of six tourists looking to go off the beaten path, hire an 'extreme tour guide' who, ignoring warnings, takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, but now a deserted town since the disaster more than 25 years earlier. After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, the group members find themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 24, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (1,655 votes)
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Budget $1M Production budget
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Box Office $38.4M 38.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,000,000
Revenue
$38,390,020

Production Companies

  • Oren Peli / Brian Witten Pictures
  • Alcon Entertainment
  • FilmNation Entertainment
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chernobyl Diaries about?

A group of six tourists looking to go off the beaten path, hire an 'extreme tour guide' who, ignoring warnings, takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl ...

Who directed Chernobyl Diaries?

Chernobyl Diaries was directed by Bradley Parker.

How long is Chernobyl Diaries?

Chernobyl Diaries has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Chernobyl Diaries released?

Chernobyl Diaries was released on May 24, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Chernobyl Diaries?

The main cast of Chernobyl Diaries includes Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jesse McCartney, Devin Kelley, Jonathan Sadowski, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal.

Is Chernobyl Diaries worth watching?

Chernobyl Diaries has a user rating of 5.3/10 based on 1,655 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.