Fat Man and Little Boy

Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."

Tagline

“The story of the extraordinary people who changed our world.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History, War

Director

Roland Joffé

Original Language

EN

What is Fat Man and Little Boy about?

Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."

Who directed Fat Man and Little Boy?

Fat Man and Little Boy was directed by Roland Joffé.

When was Fat Man and Little Boy released?

Fat Man and Little Boy was released on October 20, 1989.

How long is Fat Man and Little Boy?

Fat Man and Little Boy has a runtime of 2h 7m.

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