Fail Safe

Synopsis

Fail Safe is a 1964 American Cold War thriller film starring Henry Fonda, exploring the terrifying consequences of a technological error that leads to a potential nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union. As tensions escalate, a chain of events unfold, revealing the vulnerabilities of human and machine systems. With high stakes and a gripping narrative, Fail Safe takes viewers on a tense and thought-provoking journey through the perils of unchecked power in a world armed with nuclear weapons.

Cast

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  Henry Fonda

  The President

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  Walter Matthau

  Prof. Groeteschele

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  Fritz Weaver

  Col. Cascio

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  Larry Hagman

  Buck

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  Frank Overton

  Gen. Bogan

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  Edward Binns

  Col. Jack Grady

Reviews

Fail Safe has captivated audiences and critics alike with its intense and thought-provoking storyline. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a stellar rating of 93%, praising the film for its compelling narrative and powerful performances. IMDb users rated it 8.0/10, highlighting the film's ability to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Metacritic also gave it a solid rating of 75/100, commending the film for its timely exploration of the dangers of nuclear warfare. Critics have described Fail Safe as a gripping and unsettling portrayal of the horrors that can result from human error and the perilous realities of global power dynamics.