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TMDB20001h 26mDrama / Thriller / TV Movie

Fail Safe

TMDB movie listing

Cold War tensions climb to a fever pitch when a U.S. bomber is accidentally ordered to drop a nuclear warhead on Moscow.

TMDB audience score

Based on 89 votes

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Availability in the US

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Fail Safe at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 26m

At 1h 26m it runs under 90 minutes.

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Genres

Drama · Thriller · TV Movie

TMDB files it under drama, thriller, and tv movie.

US availability

3 to rent · 2 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Listed to rent from 3 stores. Listed to buy from 2 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 89 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Fail Safe tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 26m, so it fits a late start.
  • It can be rented tonight from 3 US stores.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 89 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Fail Safe

Is Fail Safe scary?
MyCinema has not rated Fail Safe for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and tv movie film.
Where can I watch Fail Safe in the US?
Fail Safe can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Fail Safe?
Fail Safe runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
Is Fail Safe suitable for kids?
TMDB lists no age rating for Fail Safe in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

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