The War Game
"BBC TV's film about a nuclear attack on Britain"
Originally released in 1966. The War Game is a war/tv movie film. directed by Peter Watkins. At just 48 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Aspel, Kathy Staff, and Peter Watkins
Synopsis
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying for the medium of broadcasting." It debuted in theaters in 1966 and went on to great acclaim, but remained unseen on British television until 1985.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 13, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
0h 48m
48 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (182 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War Game about?
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC...
Who directed The War Game?
The War Game was directed by Peter Watkins.
How long is The War Game?
The War Game has a runtime of 0 hours and 48 minutes (48 minutes total).
When was The War Game released?
The War Game was released on April 13, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The War Game?
The main cast of The War Game includes Michael Aspel, Kathy Staff, Peter Watkins, Peter Graham.
Is The War Game worth watching?
The War Game has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 182 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.