Television Event (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Television Event is a documentary film directed by Jeff Daniels, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. An archive-based feature documentary viewing the dramatic climax of the Cold War through the lens of the ABC network, as it narrowly succeeds in producing the most watched, most controversial made-for-TV movie, THE DAY AFTER (1983). With irreverent humor and sobering apocalyptic vision, this film reveals how a commercial broadcaster seized a moment of unprecedented television viewership, made an emotional connection with an audience of over 100 million and forced an urgent conversation with the US President on how to collectively confront and resolve the most pressing issue of the time - nuclear proliferation.
Who’s in it. Television Event stars Nick Meyer as himself and Ronald Reagan as Himself (archive footage).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Television Event page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Television Event (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Television Event change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Television Event?
- Television Event stars Nick Meyer and Ronald Reagan.
- When was Television Event released?
- Television Event was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.