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Downwinders and the Radioactive West

202157mMovieDocumentary

In the 1950s and ‘60s, the U.S. government conducted a series of nuclear tests in the Nevada desert. The resulting fallout would kick off a decades-long debate over cancer rates, the costs of patriotism, and the responsibility of a nation to protect its citizens.

DirectorJohn Howe
WriterJohn Howe
ProducerJohn Howe

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 1 other country

Downwinders and the Radioactive West isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Howe

PCPeter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Narrator (voice)

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Is Downwinders and the Radioactive West on Netflix?

No, Downwinders and the Radioactive West is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

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Is Downwinders and the Radioactive West based on a true story?

Yes — Downwinders and the Radioactive West is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).