Fat Man and Little Boy
“The story of the extraordinary people who changed our world.”
Synopsis
Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Fat Man and Little Boy (1989), 35mm film trailer, scope 2.36:1, 4K trichromy, 3840x1624
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-05-17
Top Cast
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Paul Newman
Gen. Leslie R. Groves
Dwight Schultz
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Bonnie Bedelia
Kitty Oppenheimer
John Cusack
Michael Merriman
Laura Dern
Kathleen Robinson
Ron Frazier
Peter de Silva
John C. McGinley
Richard Schoenfield
Natasha Richardson
Jean Tatlock
Ron Vawter
Jamie Latrobe
Michael Brockman
William "Deke" Parsons
Del Close
Dr. Kenneth Whiteside
John Considine
Robert Tuckson
Allan Corduner
Franz Goethe
Joe D'Angerio
Seth Neddermeyer
Jon DeVries
Johnny Mount
James Eckhouse
Robert Harper
Todd Field
Robert Wilson
Mary Pat Gleason
Dora Welsh
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 20, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 5, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roland Joffé
- Screenplay & Story
- Bruce Robinson, Roland Joffé
- Original Score
- Ennio Morricone
- Original Title
- Fat Man and Little Boy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Lightmotive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roland Joffé
Bruce Robinson, Roland Joffé
Ennio Morricone
Vilmos Zsigmond
Françoise Bonnot
Tony Garnett
Department Leadership Roster
Roland Joffé
Director
Bruce Robinson
Screenplay
Roland Joffé
Screenplay
Vilmos Zsigmond
Director of Photography
Ennio Morricone
Original Music Composer
Tony Garnett
Producer
Françoise Bonnot
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fat Man and Little Boy
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What is Fat Man and Little Boy about?
Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."
Who directed Fat Man and Little Boy?
Fat Man and Little Boy was directed by Roland Joffé.
Who stars in Fat Man and Little Boy?
The principal cast of Fat Man and Little Boy includes Paul Newman, Dwight Schultz, Bonnie Bedelia, John Cusack, Laura Dern.
When was Fat Man and Little Boy released and how long is it?
Fat Man and Little Boy was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Fat Man and Little Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fat Man and Little Boy was composed by Ennio Morricone.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fat Man and Little Boy?
Fat Man and Little Boy holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).