Is The China Syndrome scary?

MyCinema has not rated The China Syndrome for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.

Where can I watch The China Syndrome in the US?

The China Syndrome streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Fawesome and The Roku Channel, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is The China Syndrome?

The China Syndrome runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

Is The China Syndrome suitable for kids?

The China Syndrome is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

TMDB19792h 2mDrama / Thriller

The China Syndrome

Name: The China Syndrome
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 1979-03-16
Duration: 122 min

People who know the meaning of "The China Syndrome" are scared... Soon you will know.

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.

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 2m

At 2h 2m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under drama and thriller.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Fawesome and The Roku Channel. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 544 votes, a strong audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The China Syndrome tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 2m.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 544 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The China Syndrome

Is The China Syndrome scary?: MyCinema has not rated The China Syndrome for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch The China Syndrome in the US?: The China Syndrome streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Fawesome and The Roku Channel, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The China Syndrome?: The China Syndrome runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
Is The China Syndrome suitable for kids?: The China Syndrome is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

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