Bombshell (2026)
Bombshell (2026), directed by Ben Loeterman, starring Ann Curry and William L. Laurence.
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They created the bomb. Then created its story.
Synopsis
Eighty years after the devastating atomic bombings that ushered in the nuclear age, Bombshell explores how the U.S. government manipulated the narrative about the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Through propaganda, censorship and the co-opting of the press, the government presented a benevolent picture of atomic power, minimizing the horrific human toll. Bombshell sheds light on the efforts of a group of intrepid reporters to let the world know the truth.
- Jason LongoCinematography
- Stephen McCarthyCinematography
- Ben LoetermanDirector, Producer, Writer
- Matt Shelley-ReadeEditing
Trivia
- It premiered on January 6, 2026, a Tuesday.
- It runs 1h22 — short for a feature film.
- This film's quiz has 11 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.
Production
- StudiosAmerican Experience Films, GBH
- CountriesUnited States
- LanguagesEnglish
- StatusReleased
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Cast
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Ann Curry
Narrator - William L. Laurence Self (archival footage)
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Leslie Groves
Self (archival footage) - John Hersey Self (archival footage)
Quiz about this movie
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Crew
- Jason Longo Cinematography
- Stephen McCarthy Cinematography
- Ben Loeterman Director
- Matt Shelley-Reade Editing
- Peter Rhodes Editing
- Ben Loeterman Producer
- Gaia De Simoni Producer
- Ben Loeterman Writer
Questions about this film
What is Bombshell about?
Bombshell: Eighty years after the devastating atomic bombings that ushered in the nuclear age, Bombshell explores how the U.S. government manipulated the narrative about the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Through propaganda, censorship and the co-opting of the press, the government presented a ben…
Who directed Bombshell?
Bombshell was directed by Ben Loeterman in 2026.
Who stars in Bombshell?
The cast of Bombshell includes Ann Curry, William L. Laurence, Leslie Groves and John Hersey.
How long is Bombshell?
Bombshell runs for 82 minutes, or 1h22.
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