The Brink of War (2026)
English political drama film directed by Michael Russell Gunn
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m 117 min
- Released
- 14 August 2026
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
The Brink of War has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 14 August 2026. It is directed by Michael Russell Gunn and stars Jeff Daniels, Jared Harris and J. K. Simmons.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Michael Russell Gunn
- Cast
- Jeff Daniels, Jared Harris, J. K. Simmons, Hope Davis, Branka Katić, Aya Cash, Guy Burnet, John Ross Bowie, Adrian Rawlins, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Vladimir Kulich
- Cinematography
- Magdalena Górka
- Music
- Austin Wintory
- Written by
- Michael Russell Gunn
- Produced by
- Michael Russell Gunn, John Logan Pierson
- Production
- Sidney Kimmel Entertainment
- Distribution
- Angel Studios
Box office, awards and more
- Set in
- Höfði
- Filmed in
- Reykjavík
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 14 August 2026
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Brink of War?
The Brink of War has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes, or 117 min.
When did The Brink of War release?
The Brink of War released on 14 August 2026.
Who directed The Brink of War?
The Brink of War is directed by Michael Russell Gunn.
Who is in the cast of The Brink of War?
The cast of The Brink of War includes Jeff Daniels, Jared Harris, J. K. Simmons, Hope Davis, Branka Katić and Aya Cash.
What is The Brink of War rated in the US?
The Brink of War is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
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