The Atomic City (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1952, The Atomic City is a thriller and drama film directed by Jerry Hopper, running about 85 minutes. “HELD FOR RANSOM! Kidnappers demand atomic secrets!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Spies hold the son of a nuclear physicist (Gene Barry) hostage in exchange for the Los Alamos bomb formula.
Who’s in it. The Atomic City stars Gene Barry as Dr. Frank Addison, Lydia Clarke as Martha Addison, Michael Moore as Russ Farley and Nancy Gates as Ellen Haskell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Atomic City has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Atomic City page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Atomic City tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Atomic City (1952)?
- In US, The Atomic City is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Atomic City worth watching?
- The Atomic City holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Atomic City?
- The Atomic City stars Gene Barry, Lydia Clarke, Michael Moore, Nancy Gates and Lee Aaker.
- When was The Atomic City released?
- The Atomic City was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.