Fail Safe
Because of a technical defect an American bomber team mistakenly orders the destruction of Moscow. The President of the United States has but little time to prevent an atomic catastrophe from occurring.
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Streaming now in the United States on Howdy Amazon Channel, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about Fail Safe
Where can I watch Fail Safe in the United States?
Fail Safe is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV 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 Fail Safe for free?
Fail Safe streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Fail Safe?
Fail Safe scores 7.8 on The Movie Database, 8.0 on IMDb, 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 82 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Fail Safe?
Fail Safe stars Henry Fonda, Walter Matthau, Fritz Weaver, Larry Hagman, and Frank Overton. Sidney Lumet is the director.
How long is Fail Safe?
Fail Safe runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
When did Fail Safe come out?
Fail Safe was released on October 7, 1964.
Which studio made Fail Safe?
Fail Safe was produced by Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What languages is Fail Safe in?
Fail Safe is in English and Russian, and its original language is English.
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.