Red Dawn 1984
“In our time, no foreign army has ever occupied American soil. Until now.”
What is Red Dawn?
Red Dawn is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, War, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 114 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 10, 1984
- Studios
- United Artists, Sidney Beckerman Productions, Valkyrie Films
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, War, Drama
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Overview
Red Dawn is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, War, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Teenagers fight Soviet invaders on American soil.”
- Intense action sequences
- Engaging teen ensemble
- Cold War tension
- Violence is limited to PG‑13 level
Watch it if you enjoy 80s Cold War action with teenage heroes.
The film contains war violence and tense combat scenes appropriate for teen and adult audiences.
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When was Red Dawn released?
It was released in the United States on August 10, 1984.
What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG‑13.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as an action, thriller, war, and drama film.
What is the basic premise?
A group of teenagers in the American Midwest unite to defend their town against invading Soviet forces.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes.