Movie Description

By Dawn's Early Light

(1990)

Overview

A nuclear warhead launched by Soviet insurgents protesting the waning Cold War destroys the Ukrainian city of Donetsk. The destruction sets off a race between American and Soviet politicians to prevent a nuclear holocaust. While the U.S. president feverishly works to keep the military and political machine from going into overdrive, various subordinates panic. When the president is believed to be killed in a helicopter crash, zealous advisers take over.

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Facts

Original TitleBy Dawn's Early Light

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1990-05-19

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 41m

Production CompaniesDaniel L. Paulson Productions

Genres

  • TV Movie
  • Action
  • Drama
  • Thriller