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Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War

2024Show1 season9 episodesTV-14

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, layered documentary series about history and politics.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for comfort, laughs or warmth.

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Episodes

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Episodes

8.0

Story

With firsthand accounts and access to prominent figures around the world, this comprehensive docuseries explores the Cold War and its aftermath.

Feels like

  • Cold War Documentary
  • Geopolitical History
  • Nuclear Anxiety
  • Archival Footage
  • Expert Testimony
  • Global Conflict Analysis
  • Historical Retrospective
  • Educational Series
  • Tense Atmosphere
  • Ideological Struggle

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Crew

Everyone

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Facts

March 12, 2024 · March 12, 2024 · Ended

First aired
March 12, 2024
Last aired
March 12, 2024
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 9 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Also spoken
Japanese, Russian, Ukrainian
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

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Questions about Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War

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Where can I stream Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War?

In the United States, Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89 (IMDb 8.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (79).

Is Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War?

9 h

About 9 hours: 9 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2024 to 2024.