Chain of Command
“The most powerful enemy comes from within.”
Synopsis
Secret Service agents must retrieve the briefcase allowing the President control of America's nuclear arsenal before massive destruction ensues.
Top Cast
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Roy Scheider
President Jack Cahill
Patrick Muldoon
Special Agent Michael Connelly
María Conchita Alonso
Vice President Gloria Valdez
Michael Biehn
Craig Thornton
Philip Tan
Wu
Ric Young
Ken Fung
Sung-Hi Lee
Iris
Steven Ho
Soldier
Michael Mantell
David Lehmann
Pat Skipper
Agent Ellroy
Herb Mitchell
Admiral Harrington
Susan Blakely
Meg Danforth
Michael Yama
Chairman Tzu
John Capodice
Cameron Ellis
Kim Roberts
Stephanie Ellis
Jason Lasater
Young Journalist
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 22, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Terlesky
- Screenplay & Story
- T.L. Lankford
- Original Score
- Joseph Williams
- Original Title
- Chain of Command
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- CineTel Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Terlesky
T.L. Lankford
Joseph Williams
Maximo Munzi
Daniel Duncan
Lisa M. Hansen, J.P. Pettinato, Paul Hertzberg
Department Leadership Roster
John Terlesky
Director
Maximo Munzi
Director of Photography
J.P. Pettinato
Producer
Daniel Duncan
Editor
Paul Hertzberg
Producer
T.L. Lankford
Writer
Gil Alan
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Chain of Command.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chain of Command
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Chain of Command about?
Secret Service agents must retrieve the briefcase allowing the President control of America's nuclear arsenal before massive destruction ensues.
Who directed Chain of Command?
Chain of Command was directed by John Terlesky.
Who stars in Chain of Command?
The principal cast of Chain of Command includes Roy Scheider, Patrick Muldoon, María Conchita Alonso, Michael Biehn, Philip Tan.
When was Chain of Command released and how long is it?
Chain of Command was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Chain of Command?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chain of Command was composed by Joseph Williams.