World War III (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Series · ★ 6.4
Released in 1982, World War III is a war & politics series.
What it’s about. When starving mobs begin rioting in the streets of Moscow, Soviet leaders believe they have no recourse but to seize the Alaskan pipeline to force the United States to end the grain embargo that has brought turmoil to the U.S.S.R.
Who’s in it. World War III stars David Soul as Colonel Jake Caffey, Rock Hudson as President Thomas McKenna, Jeroen Krabbé as Colonel Alexander Vorashin and Cathy Lee Crosby as Maj. Kate Breckenridge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, World War III 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 page.
If you liked it. Fans of World War III tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Band of Brothers, Game of Thrones and Shōgun.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch World War III (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for World War III change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is World War III worth watching?
- World War III holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war & politics. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in World War III?
- World War III stars David Soul, Rock Hudson, Jeroen Krabbé, Cathy Lee Crosby and Robert Prosky.
- When was World War III released?
- World War III was released in 1982.