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Nightbreaker

1989·Movie
1h 39min
66
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A , drama: , but never scary, .

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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How Close Can You Get To Hell?

Dr. Alexander Brown arrives in Las Vegas, awarded for his recent medical invention. An ex-G.I. tells Brown he was a test subject during the 1950's, exposed to atomic bomb radiation in the Nevada desert-- will Brown help the man uncover the truth? In 1950's Nevada, Brown is a young psychiatrist and a guest of the U.S. Army, where soldiers were routinely exposed to excessive radiation. The young Brown and a colleague interview soldiers, who show their ignorance and insouciance in the face of this danger. The movie intercuts scenes between the young Alexander Brown and older Alexander Brown, some thirty years after the nuclear tests. Will the decorated psychiatrist finally speak out on the atrocity he witnessed?
Historical DramaMedical EthicsGovernment ConspiracyCold War EraPsychological ThrillerNon-Linear NarrativeSocial InjusticeMoral DilemmaInvestigative Drama

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Where can I stream Nightbreaker legally?

Nightbreaker is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Fawesome, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Nightbreaker worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Nightbreaker rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Nightbreaker?

1 h 39 min

Nightbreaker runs 1 h 39 min.

Will Nightbreaker make me laugh?

Serious

No. It plays it straight.

Is Nightbreaker plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on pathos and character depth more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch Nightbreaker?

Easy watchDemanding

Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.

Is Nightbreaker good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeens

It works for a couple. Our viewing guide lists it for watching with a partner, not for date night. There's little romance in it.

Will Nightbreaker scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching Nightbreaker?

BleakHopeful

Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.

What language is Nightbreaker in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Nightbreaker?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nightbreaker in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.