Population: 1 (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1986, Population: 1 is a fantasy and music film directed by René Daalder, running about 72 minutes. “When there's only one person left, America becomes a one-man band.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A defense contractor who somehow becomes the sole survivor of a nuclear holocaust. In his solitude, he traces the history of U.S. civilization in the 20th century through musical numbers.
Who’s in it. Population: 1 stars Tomata Du Plenty as Tomata Du Plenty, Sheela Edwards as Sheela, Beck as Beck Campbell and Al Hansen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Population: 1 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Population: 1 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Population: 1 tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Population: 1 (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Population: 1 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Population: 1 worth watching?
- Population: 1 holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Population: 1?
- Population: 1 stars Tomata Du Plenty, Sheela Edwards, Beck, Al Hansen and Maila Nurmi.
- When was Population: 1 released?
- Population: 1 was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.