The Beginning or the End
"Behind a forbidden door is a terrifying secret!"
Originally released in 1947. The Beginning or the End is a drama/documentary film. directed by Norman Taurog.
Starring Brian Donlevy, Robert Walker, and Tom Drake
Synopsis
The research, development, and deployment of the first atomic bomb, as well as the bombing of Hiroshima, are detailed in this docudrama.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 19, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Brian Donlevy
as Maj. Gen. Leslie R. Groves
Robert Walker
as Col. Jeff Nixon
Tom Drake
as Matt Cochran
Beverly Tyler
as Anne Cochran
Hume Cronyn
as Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer
Audrey Totter
as Jean O'Leary
Hurd Hatfield
as Dr. John Wyatt
Joseph Calleia
as Dr. Enrico Fermi
Godfrey Tearle
as President Franklin D. Roosevelt
Victor Francen
as Dr. Marre
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beginning or the End about?
The research, development, and deployment of the first atomic bomb, as well as the bombing of Hiroshima, are detailed in this docudrama.
Who directed The Beginning or the End?
The Beginning or the End was directed by Norman Taurog.
How long is The Beginning or the End?
The Beginning or the End has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Beginning or the End released?
The Beginning or the End was released on February 19, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Beginning or the End?
The main cast of The Beginning or the End includes Brian Donlevy, Robert Walker, Tom Drake, Beverly Tyler, Hume Cronyn.