The Brink of War
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- History
- War
President Ronald Reagan races against time to salvage a deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev that could dismantle nuclear arsenals—or ignite disaster. With pressure mounting on all sides, every word spoken brings the world closer to peace... or destruction.
The Brink of War is a historical drama depicting the tense 1986 Iceland summit between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev during the height of Cold War tensions. The film explores how two political adversaries navigated one crucial weekend that could have determined peace or global conflict. It releases August 14, 2026.
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Wide release in United States · Rated PG
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Jared HarrisMikhail Gorbachev
Jeff DanielsRonald Reagan
Branka KatićRaisa Gorbachev
Hope DavisNancy Reagan
J.K. SimmonsGeorge Shultz
Aya Cash
Guy BurnetAlexander
John Ross BowieKen Adelman
Adrian RawlinsMax Rampleman
Jóhannes Haukur JóhannessonRichard Perle
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When does The Brink of War come out?
The Brink of War releases August 14, 2026. The release date is confirmed.
What is The Brink of War about?
The film dramatizes the 1986 Reykjavik Summit between U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, focusing on their tense negotiations over one weekend that could have determined whether the Cold War escalated into open conflict or moved toward peace.
Where will The Brink of War stream?
Streaming platform details have not been announced. Availability will be confirmed closer to the August 2026 release date.
What stage is the film in production?
The Brink of War is currently in post-production and on track for its 2026 release.
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