The Beginning or the End (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1947, The Beginning or the End is a drama film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 112 minutes. “Behind a forbidden door is a terrifying secret!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The research, development, and deployment of the first atomic bomb, as well as the bombing of Hiroshima, are detailed in this docudrama.
Who’s in it. The Beginning or the End stars Brian Donlevy as Maj. Gen. Leslie R. Groves, Robert Walker as Col. Jeff Nixon, Tom Drake as Matt Cochran and Beverly Tyler as Anne Cochran, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Beginning or the End 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 The Beginning or the End page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beginning or the End tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beginning or the End (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beginning or the End change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Beginning or the End worth watching?
- The Beginning or the End holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Beginning or the End?
- The Beginning or the End stars Brian Donlevy, Robert Walker, Tom Drake, Beverly Tyler and Hume Cronyn.
- When was The Beginning or the End released?
- The Beginning or the End was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.