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The Brink of War

2026·Movie
1h 57min·PG
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2Metacritic516.0Rotten Tomatoes71%80%
IMDb6.2Metacritic516.0Rotten Tomatoes71%80%

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Politics, history, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Not all battles are fought with bullets.

President Ronald Reagan races against time to salvage a deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev that could dismantle nuclear arsenals—or ignite disaster. With pressure mounting on all sides, every word spoken brings the world closer to peace... or destruction.
High-Stakes Political ThrillerCold War Historical DramaDiplomatic TensionBiographical Character StudyNuclear AnxietyDialogue-Driven NarrativeGeopolitical IntriguePeriod Piece AtmosphereIdeological Conflict

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Russell Gunn
Written by:
Michael Russell Gunn
Produced by:
Michael Russell Gunn, Christopher Hammond, John Logan Pierson
Composed by:
Austin Wintory

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Brink of War

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Brink of War legally?

Angel Studios

The Brink of War is included with a subscription to Angel Studios in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Brink of War worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Brink of War rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Brink of War?

1 h 57 min

The Brink of War runs 1 h 57 min.

Is The Brink of War based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Brink of War?

Critics61
Audiences67

Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Brink of War much the same way.

Was The Brink of War a box office hit?

Budget$21 million
Box office$5 million

No. It cost about $21 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 24% of its budget.

What language is The Brink of War in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United States.