The War Game
BBC TV's film about a nuclear attack on Britain
A English War, TV Movie film (1966) rated 7.9/10 on IMDb by 8K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Michael Aspel, Kathy Staff, known for an underrated hidden gem.
Synopsis
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying for the medium of broadcasting." It debuted in theaters in 1966 and went on to great acclaim, but remained unseen on British television until 1985.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The War Game worth watching?
Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates The War Game 84/100 (IMDb: 7.9/10). A strong pick for fans of War.
Where can I watch The War Game online in India?
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Is The War Game a hit or flop?
The War Game is a hit — 8K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 84/100 point to strong audience reception.
What is The War Game about?
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain. After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying…
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