---
title: "Daybreak"
year: 1993
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/daybreak-1993"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 47945
imdb_id: "tt0106676"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 43
content_rating: "R"
---

# Daybreak (1993) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/daybreak-1993

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Daybreak" (1993).
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Title: Daybreak
Year: 1993
Type: American sci-fi thriller television film / TV Movie
Release Date: May 8, 1993 (US)
Network: HBO
Director/Writer: Stephen Tolkin
Based on: 1987 Off-Broadway play Beirut by Alan Bowne
Cast: Moira Kelly, Cuba Gooding Jr., Martha Plimpton, Omar Epps
Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, Science Fiction, Thriller
Runtime: 1h 31m
Rating: R
Plot: A substantial portion of the nation's populace falls victim to a deadly plague. A tyrannical government quarantines them in camps, offering no alternative except death. A rebel named Torch leads an underground effort to spirit victims to humane sanctuary.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | YouTube, Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Foxtel Now, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Stephen Tolkin
- **Networks / Studios**: HBO

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Moira Kelly** as *Blue*
- **Cuba Gooding Jr.** as *Torch*
- **Martha Plimpton** as *Laurie*
- **Omar Epps** as *Hunter*
- **Alice Drummond** as *Anna*
- **David Eigenberg** as *Bucky*
- **John Cameron Mitchell** as *Lennie*
- **Deirdre O'Connell** as *Mom*
- **Willie Garson** as *Simon*
- **Mark Boone Junior** as *Quarantine Guard*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Daybreak online?
Daybreak is currently available to watch or stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Daybreak worth watching?
Daybreak holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Daybreak and when was it released?
Daybreak is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 1993. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Daybreak?
Daybreak was directed by Stephen Tolkin.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Daybreak — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/47945)
- [Daybreak (1993 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daybreak_(1993_film))
- [Daybreak (TV Movie 1993) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106676/fullcredits/)
- [Daybreak (1993) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/47945-daybreak/cast)
- [Daybreak (1993) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/daybreak-1993/credits)
- [Daybreak - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/daybreak/cast/2000281753/)

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