World War III Breaks Out (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1960, World War III Breaks Out is a drama and science fiction film directed by Shigeaki Hidaka, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. The lives of several Japanese families are shattered as the USA and the USSR move toward war, Japan finds itself caught in the middle, and Tokyo is ultimately evacuated as the two superpowers invoke the 'nuclear option'.
Who’s in it. World War III Breaks Out stars Tatsuo Umemiya as Shigeo, Yoshiko Mita as Tomoko, Yayoi Furusato and Norifumi Fujishima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, World War III Breaks Out has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch World War III Breaks Out page.
If you liked it. Fans of World War III Breaks Out tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch World War III Breaks Out (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for World War III Breaks Out change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is World War III Breaks Out worth watching?
- World War III Breaks Out holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in World War III Breaks Out?
- World War III Breaks Out stars Tatsuo Umemiya, Yoshiko Mita, Yayoi Furusato, Norifumi Fujishima and Seiichirō Kameishi.
- When was World War III Breaks Out released?
- World War III Breaks Out was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.