Daybreak
“The terror of the time has darkened their world. Now they'll have to fight for a new dawn.”
Synopsis
When a substantial portion of the nation's populace falls victim to a deadly plague, the tyrannical government quarantines them in camps, offering no alternative except death. But a gutsy rebel named Torch sets out to help the afflicted by leading an underground effort to spirit the victims to humane sanctuary.
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Daybreak (1993) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-02-27
Top Cast
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Moira Kelly
Blue
Cuba Gooding Jr.
Torch
Martha Plimpton
Laurie
Omar Epps
Hunter
Alice Drummond
Anna
David Eigenberg
Bucky
John Cameron Mitchell
Lennie
Deirdre O'Connell
Mom
Willie Garson
Simon
Mark Boone Junior
Quarantine Guard
Jon Seda
Payne
Tim Guinee
OHH Officer
Phil Hartman
Man in Abstinence Commercial
John Savage
The President
Novella Nelson
Mrs. Chaney
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 8, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Tolkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Bowne, Stephen Tolkin
- Original Score
- Michel Colombier
- Original Title
- Daybreak
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- HBO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Tolkin
Alan Bowne, Stephen Tolkin
Michel Colombier
Newton Thomas Sigel
Lois Freeman-Fox, Brunilda Torres
John Bard Manulis, Kathryn F. Galan, Colin Callender
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Tolkin
Director
Lois Freeman-Fox
Editor
Leslie A. Pope
Production Design
Phil Neilson
Stunt Coordinator
John Bard Manulis
Producer
Brunilda Torres
Editor
Donna Berwick
Costume Design
Newton Thomas Sigel
Director of Photography
Michel Colombier
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daybreak
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What is Daybreak about?
When a substantial portion of the nation's populace falls victim to a deadly plague, the tyrannical government quarantines them in camps, offering no alternative except death. But a gutsy rebel named Torch sets out to help the afflicted by leading an underground effort to spirit the victims to humane sanctuary.
Who directed Daybreak?
Daybreak was directed by Stephen Tolkin.
Who stars in Daybreak?
The principal cast of Daybreak includes Moira Kelly, Cuba Gooding Jr., Martha Plimpton, Omar Epps, Alice Drummond.
When was Daybreak released and how long is it?
Daybreak was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Daybreak?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Daybreak was composed by Michel Colombier.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Daybreak?
Daybreak holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).