The Sum of All Fears

A tense, cerebral thriller that keeps you on edge with its race against nuclear catastrophe and intricate spy games.

Directed by

Phil Alden Robinson

Genres

Thriller, Action, Drama

Starring

Ben Affleck, Morgan Freeman, James Cromwell

Tagline

27,000 nuclear weapons. One is missing.

Overview

When the president of Russia suddenly dies, a man whose politics are virtually unknown succeeds him. The change in political leaders sparks paranoia among American CIA officials, so CIA director Bill Cabot recruits a young analyst to supply insight and advice on the situation. Then the unthinkable happens: a nuclear bomb explodes in a U.S. city, and America is quick to blame the Russians.

How it feels

Tense, dark and earnest. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Politics, conspiracy, war, power

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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