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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
ProducersLawrence Bender·Bruce Blair

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 7 other countries

Countdown to Zero isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Australia, Austria, Germany, Japan and 3 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

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 isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Austria, Australia and Switzerland and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Countdown to Zero on Netflix?

No, Countdown to Zero is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026.

Is Countdown to Zero on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Countdown to Zero for free?

Countdown to Zero isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Countdown to Zero?

Countdown to Zero hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 15, 2010. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.