Director: Marshall Brickman
Budget: 18 000 000 $Domestic: 3 900 000 $
Language
English
NMTW
58%
Mixed
1 win & 2 nominations
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John LithgowJohn Mathewson -
Christopher ColletPaul Stephens
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Cynthia NixonJenny Anderman
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Jill EikenberryElizabeth Stephens
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John MahoneyLt. Col. Conroy
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Richard JenkinsRadiation Controls Officer
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Sully BoyarNight Guard
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Timothy CarhartRelief Guard
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Gregg EdelmanScience Teacher
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JD CullumEccles (as John David Cullum)
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Robert Sean LeonardMax
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Fred MelamedHoward
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Ned EisenbergC-4 Guy (uncredited)
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Richard CouncilGovernment Aide
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Robert SchenkkanGovernment Aide
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Steve BlumLaser Efficiency Kid (as Richard Cardona)
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Abraham UngerRoland (as Abe Unger)
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Sarah BurkeJenny's Parent
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Warren ManziDay Attendant
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Paul AustinGeneral
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| Budget: | 18 000 000 $ |
| Domestic Box Office (USA): | 3 900 000 $ |
| Worldwide Box Office: | 3 900 000 $ |
| Profit: | −14 100 000 $ |
| Country: | USA |
| Age rating: | |
| MPAA rating: | |
| NMTW Rating: | |
| Length: | 1 h 58 min |
Description:
This drama, inspired by a World War II program, explores the dangerous world of nuclear weapons. It focuses on a gifted high school student who undertakes a daring project: building a nuclear bomb for the science fair. The film examines themes of government secrecy and the fear of nuclear war, reflecting concerns of the 1980s Cold War. As the student grapples with the ethical implications of his work, the audience witnesses a gripping look at nuclear proliferation and its potential devastation.
| Alternative title: | The Manhattan Project |
| Release year: | 1986 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 1 win & 2 nominations |
| Director: | Marshall Brickman |
| Type: | Movie |
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