American Meltdown 2004
“Terrorists didn't have to build a nuclear weapon... we built it for them.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Director
- Jeremiah S. Chechik
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is American Meltdown?
American Meltdown, also known as Meltdown, is a 2004 American action-thriller television film that was released in the United States on June 6, 2004. The telefilm was directed by Jeremiah S.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 6, 2004
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Germany
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.4/10 from 17 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~120 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Overview
American Meltdown, also known as Meltdown, is a 2004 American action-thriller television film that was released in the United States on June 6, 2004. The telefilm was directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik and written by Larry and Paul Barber. The film stars Bruce Greenwood, Leslie Hope, and Arnold Vosloo. The story depicts a terrorist takeover of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, which is a nuclear power plant located in Southern California. The telefilm centers on a present-day nuclear plant disaster and its aftermath. The production is classified under the drama, thriller, and television movie genres, with a run time of two hours.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch American Meltdown online?
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Is American Meltdown worth watching?
American Meltdown holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 17 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie American Meltdown and when was it released?
American Meltdown is a feature film with a runtime of 120 minutes. It was released in 2004. Release status: Released.
Who directed American Meltdown?
American Meltdown was directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik.
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