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Where can I stream Countdown to Zero?
In the United States, Countdown to Zero streams on Philo. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. It also streams in 4 other countries.
Summary
Although the Cold War is behind us, the threat of nuclear disaster remains very real.
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- Friends night
- Teens
- Thought-provoking
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- You need an uplifting mood
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- Lucy Walker
- Written by
- Lucy Walker
- Produced by
- Lawrence Bender
- Music by
- Peter Golub
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Facts
January 25, 2010 · 1 h 31 min · PG
- Released
- January 25, 2010
- Runtime
- 1 h 31 min
- Age rating
- PG
- Content
- Disturbing Imagery
- Genres
- Documentary
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United States
- Budget
- $271,323
- Available in
- 9 countries
Q&A
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Questions about Countdown to Zero
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Countdown to Zero worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 80%, and Metacritic 70).
Is Countdown to Zero okay for kids?
PGDisturbing imagery
Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.
Will I feel good after watching Countdown to Zero?
BleakHopeful
Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.