Countdown to Zero
"Demand Zero."
Originally released in 2010. Countdown to Zero is a documentary film. directed by Lucy Walker.
Starring Gary Oldman, Graham Allison, and James Baker III
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 25, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (35 votes)
Budget
$271.3K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $271,323
Production Companies
- Lawrence Bender Productions
- Participant
- World Security Institute
- Nuclear Disarmament Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countdown to Zero about?
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, exam...
Who directed Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero was directed by Lucy Walker.
How long is Countdown to Zero?
Countdown to Zero has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Countdown to Zero released?
Countdown to Zero was released on January 25, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Countdown to Zero?
The main cast of Countdown to Zero includes Gary Oldman, Graham Allison, James Baker III, Bruce Blair, Tony Blair.