The Man Who Saved the World
Synopsis
During the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, Soviet Navy officer Vasily Arkhipov refused to launch a nuclear strike and saved the world from nuclear war and total destruction.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Green
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Green
- Original Title
- The Man Who Saved the World
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 53m
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What is The Man Who Saved the World about?
During the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, Soviet Navy officer Vasily Arkhipov refused to launch a nuclear strike and saved the world from nuclear war and total destruction.
Who directed The Man Who Saved the World?
The Man Who Saved the World was directed by Nick Green.
Who stars in The Man Who Saved the World?
The principal cast of The Man Who Saved the World includes Jay O. Sanders, Alisdair Simpson, Leon Ockenden, Martin McDougall, Vasili Arkhipov.
When was The Man Who Saved the World released and how long is it?
The Man Who Saved the World was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 53m.