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Testament

"They never had a chance to see their children grow up. To watch each other grow old. To fix up the house, to take that vacation. Because it only took an instant to shatter their dreams."

November 4, 1983 1h 30m 6.3/10 (132 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Testament is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Lynne Littman.

Starring Jane Alexander, William Devane, and Rossie Harris

Synopsis

It is just another day in the small town of Hamlin until something disastrous happens. Suddenly, news breaks that a series of nuclear warheads has been dropped along the Eastern Seaboard and, more locally, in California. As people begin coping with the devastating aftermath of the attacks — many suffer radiation poisoning — the Wetherly family tries to survive.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 4, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (132 votes)
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Budget $1.5M Production budget
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Box Office $2M 1.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,500,000
Revenue
$2,044,892

Production Companies

  • American Playhouse
  • Entertainment Events
  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Testament about?

It is just another day in the small town of Hamlin until something disastrous happens. Suddenly, news breaks that a series of nuclear warheads has been dropped along the Eastern Seaboard and, more ...

Who directed Testament?

Testament was directed by Lynne Littman.

How long is Testament?

Testament has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Testament released?

Testament was released on November 4, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Testament?

The main cast of Testament includes Jane Alexander, William Devane, Rossie Harris, Roxana Zal, Lukas Haas.

Is Testament worth watching?

Testament has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 132 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.