The Brink of War Movie: Trailer, Cast, Story, Release Date
The Brink of War Movie: Cast & Crew
| Cinema | The Brink of War |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Director | Michael Russell Gunn |
| Writer | Michael Russell Gunn |
| Producers | Michael Russell Gunn, John Logan Pierson |
| Stars | Jeff Daniels, Hope Davis, Catherine Burdon, Branka Katic, Aya Cash, Jared Harris, J.K. Simmons, Guy Burnet, Adrian Rawlins, Tim Dutton, Stephen Brennan, Joi Johannsson |
| Cinematography | Magdalena Górka |
| Editors | Mike Sale, Laura Yanovich |
| Composer | Austin Wintory |
| Production Companies | SK Global, 2521 Entertainment |
| Distributor | Angel Studios |
| Release Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Running Time | 117 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Box Office | $4 million |
About The Brink of War 2026 Film
The Brink of War is a 2026 American historical political drama written and directed by Michael Russell Gunn, marking his feature directorial debut. Set against the backdrop of the Reykjavík Summit, the film stars Jeff Daniels, Jared Harris, Hope Davis, Branka Katić, and J. K. Simmons in key roles.
The Brink of War was released in the United States on August 14, 2026. Following its release, the historical political drama received positive reviews from critics.
Story
‘The Brink of War’ is a historical drama that portrays the significant events of the 1986 Reykjavik Summit, where President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev engaged in crucial discussions aimed at reducing their countries’ nuclear arsenals during the perilous Cold War era. Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels takes on the role of Reagan in this film and appears on Morning Joe to share insights about the difficulties of embodying Reagan’s courage in such a tumultuous period.
Jeff Daniels on His Ronald Reagan Transformation in The Brink of War
Jeff Daniels discusses his portrayal of Ronald Reagan in the upcoming film ‘The Brink of War’ highlighting the transformative process he underwent to embody the former president. He delves into the nuances of Reagan’s character, emphasizing the importance of capturing both his public persona and private complexities to deliver an authentic performance.