Still from Threads — Threads (1984) — Mick JacksonPhotographed by Paul Morris and Andrew Dunn

Mick Jackson

Threads

Name: Threads
Genre: Drama, War, Science Fiction
Released: 1984
Duration: 117 min

English / 1984 / 1h 57m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama War Science Fiction

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Synopsis

Documentary style account of a nuclear holocaust and its effect on the working class city of Sheffield, England; and the eventual long run effects of nuclear war on civilization.

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Postapocalyptic Sci-Fi
Position 12

Credits

Crew

DirectorMick Jackson

WriterBarry Hines

CinematographerPaul Morris, Andrew Dunn

EditorJim Latham, Donna Bickerstaff

Producer

Cast

Karen Meagheras Ruth Beckett

Reece Dinsdaleas Jimmy Kemp

David Brierlyas Mr. Kemp

Rita Mayas Mrs. Kemp

Nicholas Laneas Michael Kemp

Jane Hazlegroveas Alison Kemp

Henry Moxonas Mr Beckett

June Broughtonas Mrs Beckett

Sylvia Stokeras Granny Beckett

Harry Beetyas Clive Sutton

Ruth Holdenas Marjorie Sutton

Ashley Barkeras Bob

Michael O'Haganas Chief Supt. Hirst

Phil Roseas Medical Officer

Steve Halliwellas Information Officer

Brian Grellisas Accommodation Officer

Peter Faulkneras Transport Officer

Anthony Collinas Food Officer

Michael Elyas Scientific Officer

Sharon Baylisas Manpower Officer