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The Atomic Cafe

1982 · 1h 26m · Released

Documentary, History

A disturbing collection of 1940s and 1950s United States government-issued propaganda films designed to reassure Americans that the atomic bomb was not a threat to their safety.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.3 The Movie Database
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N/A Rotten Tomatoes
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Where to stream The Atomic Cafe

Streaming now in the United States on Hoopla and Plex.

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Trailers and promos

The Atomic Cafe (1982) – Re-Release Trailer
The Atomic Cafe (1982) TRAILER
The Atomic Cafe - Nuclear Holocaust

Top cast and crew

Jayne Loader Director
Pierce Rafferty Director
Harry S. Truman Self (archive footage)
Lyndon B. Johnson Self (archive footage)
Nikita Khrushchev Self (archive footage)
Lewis Strauss Self (archive footage)
Julius Rosenberg Self (archive footage)
Ethel Rosenberg Self (archive footage)
Paul Tibbets Self (archive footage)
Lloyd Bentsen Self (archive footage)
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Frequently asked questions about The Atomic Cafe

Where can I watch The Atomic Cafe in the United States?

The Atomic Cafe is available to stream on Hoopla and Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Atomic Cafe for free?

The Atomic Cafe streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Atomic Cafe?

The Atomic Cafe scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Atomic Cafe?

The Atomic Cafe stars Harry S. Truman, Lyndon B. Johnson, Nikita Khrushchev, Lewis Strauss, and Julius Rosenberg. Jayne Loader is the director and Pierce Rafferty is the director.

How long is The Atomic Cafe?

The Atomic Cafe runs 1h 26m (86 minutes).

When did The Atomic Cafe come out?

The Atomic Cafe was released on March 17, 1982.

Which studio made The Atomic Cafe?

The Atomic Cafe was produced by The Archives Project in the United States.

What was the budget for The Atomic Cafe?

The Atomic Cafe was made on a budget of $300,000.

How much did The Atomic Cafe make at the box office?

The Atomic Cafe grossed $22,293 worldwide, against a budget of $300,000.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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