Countdown to Looking Glass (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1984, Countdown to Looking Glass is a drama and tv movie film directed by Fred Barzyk, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A fictional confrontation between the United States and the Soviet Union over the Strait of Hormuz, the gateway to the Persian Gulf. The narrative of the film details the events that lead up to the initial exchange of nuclear weapons from the perspective of an on-going news broadcast.
Who’s in it. Countdown to Looking Glass stars Scott Glenn as Michael Boyle, Michael Murphy as Bob Calhoun, Helen Shaver as Dorian Waldorf and Patrick Watson as Don Tobin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Countdown to Looking Glass 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 Countdown to Looking Glass page.
If you liked it. Fans of Countdown to Looking Glass tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Countdown to Looking Glass (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Countdown to Looking Glass change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Countdown to Looking Glass worth watching?
- Countdown to Looking Glass holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Countdown to Looking Glass?
- Countdown to Looking Glass stars Scott Glenn, Michael Murphy, Helen Shaver, Patrick Watson and Nancy Dickerson.
- When was Countdown to Looking Glass released?
- Countdown to Looking Glass was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.