Day One
"This day will go down in history as a black mark against mankind."
Originally released in 1989. Day One is a history/drama film. directed by Joseph Sargent. With a runtime of 2h 21m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Brian Dennehy, David Strathairn, and Michael Tucker
Synopsis
Hungarian physicist Leo Szilard leaves Europe, eventually arriving in the United States. With the help of Einstein, he persuades the government to build an atomic bomb. The project is given to no-nonsense Gen. Leslie Groves who selects physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to head the Los Alamos Laboratory in New Mexico, where the bomb is built. As World War II draws to a close, Szilard has second thoughts about atomic weapons, and policy makers debate how and when to use the bomb.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 12, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
2h 21m
141 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
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Director
Top Cast
Brian Dennehy
as Gen. Leslie Groves
David Strathairn
as J. Robert Oppenheimer
Michael Tucker
as Leo Szilard
Hume Cronyn
as James F. Byrnes
Richard Dysart
as President Harry S. Truman
Hal Holbrook
as Gen. George Marshall
Barnard Hughes
as Henry Stimson
John McMartin
as Dr. Arthur Compton
David Ogden Stiers
as Franklin D. Roosevelt
Anne Twomey
as Kitty Oppenheimer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- World International Network (WIN)
- Spelling Entertainment
- AT&T
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Day One about?
Hungarian physicist Leo Szilard leaves Europe, eventually arriving in the United States. With the help of Einstein, he persuades the government to build an atomic bomb. The project is given to no-n...
Who directed Day One?
Day One was directed by Joseph Sargent.
How long is Day One?
Day One has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).
When was Day One released?
Day One was released on May 12, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Day One?
The main cast of Day One includes Brian Dennehy, David Strathairn, Michael Tucker, Hume Cronyn, Richard Dysart.