Missile
Synopsis
Follow the 4315th Training Squadron of the Strategic Air Command at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, where officers are trained to man the Launch Control Centers for the Minuteman Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles. Sequences include discussion of the moral and military issues of nuclear war; the arming, targeting and launching of the missile; codes; communications; protection against terrorist attack; emergency procedures; staff meetings and tutorial sessions.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Original Title
- Missile
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- Zipporah Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick Wiseman
John Davey
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman
Department Leadership Roster
Frederick Wiseman
Director
John Davey
Director of Photography
Frederick Wiseman
Producer
Frederick Wiseman
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missile
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What is Missile about?
Follow the 4315th Training Squadron of the Strategic Air Command at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, where officers are trained to man the Launch Control Centers for the Minuteman Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles. Sequences include discussion of the moral and military issues of nuclear war; the arming, targeting and launching of the missile; codes; communications; protection against terrorist attack; emergency procedures; staff meetings and tutorial sessions.
Who directed Missile?
Missile was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
Who stars in Missile?
The principal cast of Missile includes Not specified.
When was Missile released and how long is it?
Missile was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Missile?
Missile holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).