---
title: "American Meltdown"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/american-meltdown-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 82940
imdb_id: "tt0401224"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 17
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# American Meltdown (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/american-meltdown-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jeremiah S. Chechik

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bruce Greenwood** as *Agent Tom Shea*
- **Leslie Hope** as *Zoe Cox*
- **Adrian Holmes** as *Agent Charlie Jansen*
- **Arnold Vosloo** as *Khalid / Sands*
- **James Remar** as *Colonel Boggs*
- **Susan Merson** as *Attorney General Zutrow*
- **Bill Mondy** as *FBI Agent Tucci*
- **Will Lyman** as *Homeland Chief Utley*
- **Brent Stait** as *FBI Commander Hall*
- **Don S. Davis** as *NRC Carl Mansfield*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch American Meltdown online?
American Meltdown is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed American Meltdown?
American Meltdown was directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [American Meltdown — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/82940)
- [Meltdown (2004 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meltdown_(2004_film))
- [American Meltdown (2004) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/82940-american-meltdown/cast)
- [Meltdown (2004 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Meltdown_(2004_film))
- [Law Library Documentary Film Collection Pamphlet.pdf - William S](https://scholars.law.unlv.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1050&context=pilff)

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