The War Game
📖 Synopsis
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying for the medium of broadcasting." It debuted in theaters in 1966 and went on to great acclaim, but remained unseen on British television until 1985.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “BBC TV's film about a nuclear attack on Britain”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- War, TV Movie
- Director
- Peter Watkins
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Michael AspelCommentator
Kathy StaffInterviewee (uncredited)
Peter WatkinsDocumentist (uncredited)P
Peter GrahamCommentator🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The War Game about?
- A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying for the medium of broadcasting." It debuted in theaters in 1966 and went on to great acclaim, but remained unseen on British television until 1985.
- Who directed The War Game?
- The War Game was directed by Peter Watkins.
- When was The War Game released?
- The War Game was released on April 13, 1966.
- How long is The War Game?
- The War Game has a runtime of 0h 48m.
- Where can I track The War Game?
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