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The China Syndrome (1979)
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📖 Story
While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, but soon finds herself entangled in a sinister conspiracy to keep the full impact of the incident a secret.
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Strong recommendationRise-to-power
EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forcharacter-driven drama and emotional tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
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Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
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Content levelModerate content
GuidanceBetter with parental guidance
Rating methodDescriptive estimate
ConfidenceMedium
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Tension & suspense• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The China Syndrome is a 1979 film in the Drama / Thriller category from United States. Directed by James Bridges. Starring Jane Fonda and Michael Douglas. Runtime: about 122 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 7.1/10.
Genre: Drama / Thriller, Released in 1979, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 122 minutes, Starring Jane Fonda and Michael Douglas.
Runtime
122 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Jane Fonda
Kimberly Wells
Michael Douglas
Richard Adams
Jack Lemmon
Jack Godell
Scott Brady
Herman De Young
James Hampton
Bill Gibson
Peter Donat
Don Jacovich
Wilford Brimley
Ted Spindler
Richard Herd
Evan McCormack
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Daniel Valdez
Hector Salas
Stan Bohrman
Pete Martin
James Karen
Mac Churchill
Michael Alaimo
Greg Minor
Donald Hotton
Dr. Lowell
Khalilah Ali
Marge
Director: James Bridges
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1What is movie The China Syndrome (1979)?
It is a movie released in 1979 within the Drama, Thriller category.
2What is the story of The China Syndrome?
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3Can you watch The China Syndrome online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store.
4What is the rating of The China Syndrome?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 based on 519 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The China Syndrome?
Its runtime is about 122 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The China Syndrome best suited for?
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