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The Day They Dropped The Bomb (2015): Cast

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The Day They Dropped The Bomb is a 2015 war documentary directed by Leslie Woodhead, starring Dominic West as Narrator (Voice), Bob Krohn and Lilli Hornig. It runs 55 minutes.

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The Day They Dropped The Bomb (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
55 min
Director
Leslie Woodhead
Genres
Documentary , War , History
Original language
English
Studio
ITV
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Day They Dropped The Bomb About?

The premise of The Day They Dropped The Bomb without spoilers.

This documentary explores the events of August 6, 1945, when a single atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, instantly devastating the city and claiming the lives of tens of thousands. Through interviews with individuals who created the bomb, those who piloted it, and survivors who were within a half-mile of the blast, the film recounts a pivotal moment that ushered in the nuclear age and profoundly altered the course of history. Featuring rare archival footage and photographs, this poignant film captures the stories of those affected, many of whom are sharing their experiences for the last time, marking the 70th anniversary of the tragedy.

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Cast & crew

The Day They Dropped The Bomb Cast & Characters

Dominic West leads the cast as Narrator (Voice), with Bob Krohn and Lilli Hornig. Directed by Leslie Woodhead; 8 actors are credited in all.

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More from Leslie Woodhead

More films directed by Leslie Woodhead, best-rated first: Ella Fitzgerald: Just One of Those Things, Ella Fitzgerald: Just One of Those Things, Diana: The Day Britain Cried and The Day Kennedy Died.

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The Day They Dropped The Bomb Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “The Day The Bomb Dropped” and “O Dia em Que Jogaram a Bomba”.

Also known as
  • The Day The Bomb Dropped
  • O Dia em Que Jogaram a Bomba
  • Hiroshima: Da bomben falt

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The Day They Dropped The Bomb FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Day They Dropped The Bomb, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Day They Dropped The Bomb?

The Day They Dropped The Bomb runs 55 minutes.

When was The Day They Dropped The Bomb released?

The Day They Dropped The Bomb was released on July 29, 2015.

Who directed The Day They Dropped The Bomb?

The Day They Dropped The Bomb was directed by Leslie Woodhead.

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Who is in the cast of The Day They Dropped The Bomb?

The Day They Dropped The Bomb stars Dominic West as Narrator (Voice), Bob Krohn and Lilli Hornig, among 8 credited actors.

Does The Day They Dropped The Bomb have a post-credit scene?

No. The Day They Dropped The Bomb has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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