On the Beach (2000)
Movie 3h 17m ★ 6.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, blow my mind
Dating from 2000, On the Beach sits in the drama, science fiction and tv movie corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Russell Mulcahy. The cast includes Armand Assante, Catherine Sutherland and Rachel Ward. The running time is 3h 17m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.2 out of 10.
Synopsis
The world has finally managed to blow itself up and only Australia has been spared from nuclear destruction and a gigantic wave of radiation is floating in on the breezes. One American sub located in the Pacific has survived and is met with disdain by the Australians. The calculations of Australia's most renowned scientist says the country is doomed. However, one of his rivals says that he is wrong. He believes that a 1000 people can be relocated to the northern hemisphere, where his assumptions indicate the radiation levels may be lower. The American Captain is asked to take a mission to the north to determine which scientist is right.
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Cast & crew
- Russell MulcahyDirector
- Armand Assanteas Cmdr. Dwight Towers
- Catherine Sutherlandas Nurse
- Rachel Wardas Moira Davidson
- Bryan Brownas Dr. Julian Osborne
- Jacqueline McKenzieas Mary Davidson Holmes
- Grant Bowleras Lt. Peter Holmes
- Tieghan Webberas Jenny Holmes
- Steve Bastonias First Officer Neil Hirsch
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Questions about On the Beach
- What genre is On the Beach?
- On the Beach is categorised as Drama, Science Fiction, TV Movie.
- Who stars in On the Beach?
- Armand Assante, Catherine Sutherland, Rachel Ward, Bryan Brown, Jacqueline McKenzie appear in the main cast.
- Who directed On the Beach?
- Russell Mulcahy directed On the Beach.
- How long is On the Beach?
- On the Beach runs for 3h 17m (197 minutes).
- Is On the Beach worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch On the Beach?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
