Fat Man and Little Boy
"The story of the extraordinary people who changed our world."
Originally released in 1989. Fat Man and Little Boy is a drama/history film. directed by Roland Joffé. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Paul Newman, Dwight Schultz, and Bonnie Bedelia
Synopsis
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."
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 20, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
2h 7m
127 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (157 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
Paul Newman
as Gen. Leslie R. Groves
Dwight Schultz
as J. Robert Oppenheimer
Bonnie Bedelia
as Kitty Oppenheimer
John Cusack
as Michael Merriman
Laura Dern
as Kathleen Robinson
Ron Frazier
as Peter de Silva
John C. McGinley
as Richard Schoenfield
Natasha Richardson
as Jean Tatlock
Ron Vawter
as Jamie Latrobe
Michael Brockman
as William "Deke" Parsons
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Lightmotive
Frequently Asked Questions
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 s...
Who directed Fat Man and Little Boy?
Fat Man and Little Boy was directed by Roland Joffé.
How long is Fat Man and Little Boy?
Fat Man and Little Boy has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).
When was Fat Man and Little Boy released?
Fat Man and Little Boy was released on October 20, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fat Man and Little Boy?
The main cast of Fat Man and Little Boy includes Paul Newman, Dwight Schultz, Bonnie Bedelia, John Cusack, Laura Dern.
Is Fat Man and Little Boy worth watching?
Fat Man and Little Boy has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 157 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.