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Movie The Rerun: 1950s

On the Beach

After a nuclear war, survivors in Australia await the arrival of radioactive fallout and decide how to spend their remaining time.

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After a nuclear war, survivors in Australia await the arrival of radioactive fallout and decide how to spend their remaining time.

Why watch Stanley Kramer produced and directed this adaptation of Nevil Shute's novel, starring Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner and Fred Astaire.

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Where can I watch On the Beach?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for On the Beach in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is On the Beach about?
After a nuclear war, survivors in Australia await the arrival of radioactive fallout and decide how to spend their remaining time.
Who is in the cast of On the Beach?
On the Beach stars Fred Astaire, Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Anthony Perkins and John Meillon.
Who directed On the Beach?
On the Beach was directed by Stanley Kramer.
When did On the Beach come out?
On the Beach was released on 1 January 1959.
How long is On the Beach?
On the Beach runs 129 minutes (2 h 9 min).

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