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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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PhiloPhilo
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lucy Walker

Gary Oldman
Gary Oldman
Narrator (voice)
Graham Allison
Graham Allison
Self
James Baker III
James Baker III
Self
Bruce Blair
Bruce Blair
Self
Tony Blair
Tony Blair
Self
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Self
Matthew Bunn
Matthew Bunn
Self
Richard Burt
Richard Burt
Self
Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter
Self
Mike Chinoy
Mike Chinoy
Self
Joseph Cirincione
Joseph Cirincione
Self
Richard Cizik
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 Philo in United States, 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 United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Philo.

Is Countdown to Zero on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Countdown to Zero isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Philo instead.

Where can I watch Countdown to Zero for free?

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