The War Game
BBC TV's film about a nuclear attack on Britain
1966 48m
A hypothetical Chinese invasion of South Vietnam triggers a new world war between East and West. In Rochester, Kent, the anticipation of a nuclear attack leads to mass evacuations. When a stray missile explodes, the ensuing firestorm blinds all those who see it. It's not long before the fabric of society is ripped apart from radiation poisoning, a lack of infrastructure and rioting for food and other necessities.
Movie Details
| Original title | The War Game |
|---|---|
| Release date | Apr 13, 1966 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | EN |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Keywords | survival, state of emergency, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), riot, nuclear missile, nuclear radiation, cold war, nuclear bomb, black and white, docudrama, nuclear war, nuclear holocaust |
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FAQ
What is The War Game about?
A hypothetical Chinese invasion of South Vietnam triggers a new world war between East and West. In Rochester, Kent, the anticipation of a nuclear attack leads to mass evacuations. When a stray missile explodes, the ensuing firestorm blinds all those who see it. It's not long before the fabric of society is ripped apart from radiation poisoning, a lack of infrastructure and rioting for food and other necessities.
When was The War Game released?
The War Game was released on Apr 13, 1966 (status: Released).
Who directed The War Game?
Peter Watkins directed The War Game.
What is the TMDB rating of The War Game?
The War Game has a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 from 195 votes.