Countdown to Disaster
“RED ALERT - Only International Rescue can save New York City!”
International Rescue sends the incredible Thunderbirds on the most dangerous rescue missions yet. They must save the Empire State Building from collapsing on New York City and at the same time battle a deadly fire blazing out of control in a mid-Atlantic oil station.
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About Countdown to Disaster
Countdown to Disaster is a 1982 English-language science fiction, adventure and family film directed by David Elliott and David Lane. The cast is led by Peter Dyneley, Shane Rimmer, David Holliday. It has a runtime of 1h 30m.
Countdown to Disaster was produced by Century 21 Television, ITC Entertainment, and Associated Television and made in United Kingdom. It was released on January 1, 1982, and carries a U certification.
- Director
- David Elliott, David Lane
- Writers
- Alan Fennell
- Release date
- January 1, 1982
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- U
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- Century 21 Television, ITC Entertainment, Associated Television
Countdown to Disaster cast & crew
Countdown to Disaster was directed by David Elliott and David Lane and written by Alan Fennell.
The cast features Peter Dyneley as Jeff Tracy (voice), Shane Rimmer as Scott Tracy (voice), David Holliday as Virgil Tracy (voice), Jeremy Wilkin as Virgil Tracy / Cravitz (voice), Matt Zimmerman as Alan Tracy / Ned Cook (voice), and David Graham as Brains / Gordon Tracy / Aloysius Parker / Kyrano / Joe / Clayton / 2nd Site Control Policeman (voice).
Behind the camera, it was produced by Reg Hill and Gerry Anderson.
Is Countdown to Disaster worth watching?
At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy science fiction, adventure, and family, Countdown to Disaster is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Countdown to Disaster
Peter Dyneley
Jeff Tracy (voice)
Shane Rimmer
Scott Tracy (voice)
David Holliday
Virgil Tracy (voice)
Jeremy Wilkin
Virgil Tracy / Cravitz (voice)
Matt Zimmerman
Alan Tracy / Ned Cook (voice)
David Graham
Brains / Gordon Tracy / Aloysius Parker / Kyrano / Joe / Clayton / 2nd Site Control Policeman (voice)
Sylvia Anderson
Lady Penelope (voice)
Christine Finn
Tin-Tin Kyrano (voice)
Ray Barrett
John Tracy / U.S.N. Sentinel Commander / Compère / 1st Site Control Policeman (voice)
John Tate
Frank Hooper / Sir Harry (voice)
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Countdown to Disaster — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Countdown to Disaster in United States?
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▸What language is Countdown to Disaster in?
Countdown to Disaster is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Countdown to Disaster?
Countdown to Disaster runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).
▸What is Countdown to Disaster rated?
Countdown to Disaster is rated U.
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