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The China Syndrome (1979)
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While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, but soon finds herself entangled in a sinister conspiracy to keep the full impact of the incident a secret.
Cast
Jane Fondaas Kimberly Wells
Jack Lemmonas Jack Godell
Michael Douglasas Richard Adams
Scott Bradyas Herman De Young
James Hamptonas Bill Gibson
Peter Donatas Don Jacovich
Wilford Brimleyas Ted Spindler
Richard Herdas Evan McCormack
Daniel Valdezas Hector Salas
Stan Bohrmanas Pete Martin
James Karenas Mac Churchill
Michael Alaimoas Greg Minor
Donald Hottonas Dr. Lowell
Khalilah Alias Marge
Facts
| Release date | March 16, 1979 |
| Runtime | 122 min (2h 2m) โ about the same as the 1979 average of 113 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $5,900,000 |
| Box office | $51,718,367 (8.8ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0078966 |
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Questions
How long is The China Syndrome?
The China Syndrome runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Is The China Syndrome worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 539 votes, which places it #18 of 32 films released in 1979 in this index (top 47%) and #566 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The China Syndrome?
The China Syndrome was directed by James Bridges.
Who stars in The China Syndrome?
Jane Fonda as Kimberly Wells; Jack Lemmon as Jack Godell; Michael Douglas as Richard Adams; Scott Brady as Herman De Young; James Hampton as Bill Gibson; Peter Donat as Don Jacovich.
What is The China Syndrome rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The China Syndrome?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/44270.