The China Syndrome
"People who know the meaning of "The China Syndrome" are scared... Soon you will know."
Originally released in 1979. The China Syndrome is a drama/thriller film. directed by James Bridges. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jane Fonda, Michael Douglas, and Jack Lemmon
Synopsis
While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, but soon finds herself entangled in a sinister conspiracy to keep the full impact of the incident a secret.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (498 votes)
Budget
$5.9M
Production budget
Box Office
$51.7M
8.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,900,000
- Revenue
- $51,718,367
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- IPC Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The China Syndrome about?
While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, b...
Who directed The China Syndrome?
The China Syndrome was directed by James Bridges.
How long is The China Syndrome?
The China Syndrome has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The China Syndrome released?
The China Syndrome was released on March 16, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The China Syndrome?
The main cast of The China Syndrome includes Jane Fonda, Michael Douglas, Jack Lemmon, Scott Brady, James Hampton.
Is The China Syndrome worth watching?
The China Syndrome has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 498 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.