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Countdown to Zero

6.320101h 31mPGMovieDocumentary

Although the Cold War is behind us, the threat of nuclear disaster remains very real. Director Lucy Walker discusses the invention of the atomic bomb and brings the story into the present day, examining the possibility of nuclear calamity…

DirectorLucy Walker
WriterLucy Walker
ProducersJeff Skoll·Diane Weyermann

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Cast · Directed by Lucy Walker

GOGary Oldman
Gary Oldman
Narrator (voice)
GA
Graham Allison
Self
JIJames Baker III
James Baker III
Self
BB
Bruce Blair
Self
TBTony Blair
Tony Blair
Self
ZBZbigniew Brzezinski
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Self
MB
Matthew Bunn
Self
RB
Richard Burt
Self
JCJimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter
Self
MC
Mike Chinoy
Self
JC
Joseph Cirincione
Self
RC
Richard Cizik
Self

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Countdown to Zero — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Countdown to Zero?

Countdown to Zero is streaming on DocPlay in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Countdown to Zero on Netflix?

No, Countdown to Zero is not on Netflix in Australia as of August 2026. It's currently on DocPlay.

Is Countdown to Zero on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Countdown to Zero isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on DocPlay instead.

Where can I watch Countdown to Zero for free?

Countdown to Zero is available on DocPlay in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.