Cesium-137 (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1990, Cesium-137 is a drama film directed by Roberto Pires, running about 95 minutes. “The real story behind Goiânia's nightmare” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1987, in Goiânia, two paper collectors find a radioactive capsule and sell it to the owner of a junkyard. Once the capsule is opened, more than 250 people end up contaminated by the substance called Cesium 137, being the biggest radiological accident in the history of Brazil.
Who’s in it. Cesium-137 stars Nelson Xavier as Devair, Joana Fomm as Maria, Paulo Betti and Stepan Nercessian as Edison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Cesium-137 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cesium-137 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cesium-137 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cesium-137 (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cesium-137 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cesium-137 worth watching?
- Cesium-137 holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cesium-137?
- Cesium-137 stars Nelson Xavier, Joana Fomm, Paulo Betti, Stepan Nercessian and Paulo Gorgulho.
- When was Cesium-137 released?
- Cesium-137 was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.