By Dawn's Early Light

A nuclear warhead launched by Soviet insurgents protesting the waning Cold War destroys the Ukrainian city of Donetsk. The destruction sets off a race between American and Soviet politicians to prevent a nuclear holocaust. While the U.S. president feverishly works to keep the military and political machine from going into overdrive, various subordinates panic. When the president is believed to be killed in a helicopter crash, zealous advisers take over.

Tagline

“Four people... Three minutes... Two choices... One chance for survival.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

TV Movie, Action, Drama, Thriller

Director

Jack Sholder

Original Language

EN

What is By Dawn's Early Light about?

A nuclear warhead launched by Soviet insurgents protesting the waning Cold War destroys the Ukrainian city of Donetsk. The destruction sets off a race between American and Soviet politicians to prevent a nuclear holocaust. While the U.S. president feverishly works to keep the military and political machine from going into overdrive, various subordinates panic. When the president is believed to be killed in a helicopter crash, zealous advisers take over.

Who directed By Dawn's Early Light?

By Dawn's Early Light was directed by Jack Sholder.

When was By Dawn's Early Light released?

By Dawn's Early Light was released on May 19, 1990.

How long is By Dawn's Early Light?

By Dawn's Early Light has a runtime of 1h 41m.

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