Movie
How Long Is “The World Awaits”?
1h 38m runtime
Documentary film with a runtime of 98 minutes, released in 2017. Presented in English.
Availability can vary by country and over time.
Watch Time
Movie Runtime for The World Awaits
Exact length so you know if it fits tonight.
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Read MoreCollapse
"The World Awaits" is a documentary feature depicting the effects of nuclear weapons and the urgent need for the nuclear states to reduce and eventually eliminate these highly destructive weapons of mass destruction. The film features interviews with noted philosopher-linguist Noam Chomsky, world renowned author-activist Helen Caldicott, MD, and David Krieger, founder of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation. 'The World Awaits' presents the dangers of nuclear weapons, including recent and past close calls and almost attacks we had had over 70 years since the first use of nuclear weapons in August of 1945. The film also explores the threat of nuclear terrorism and the dangers of nuclear power plants in our world today. These three intellectuals-activists interviews are interwoven with archival footage of presidents Barack Obama, John Kennedy, Dwight Eisenhower and Harry Truman. The film makes a strong argument for never using these weapons again and how these outdated weapons and power ...
Runtime Card
Movie Facts
About This Guide
This page focuses on the exact runtime, cast, release details, and synopsis for The World Awaits (2017). It is designed to answer the practical question of how long the movie is while still giving enough context to decide whether it matches what you want to watch.
Editorial Take
The World Awaits (2017) is positioned on OnlySynopsis as a practical viewing decision page built around its 1h 38m runtime. The page leans into Documentary expectations so readers can quickly tell whether the film matches the mood they are trying to fill. Because it is relatively compact, this title fits the kind of single-session watch many searchers are explicitly looking for.
How OnlySynopsis Builds This Page
OnlySynopsis combines stored title metadata such as runtime, release information, genres, and cast or crew data into a reader-first guide. The goal is not just to list fields, but to help visitors understand whether a title fits their available time and viewing mood.
FAQ
How long is The World Awaits?
The World Awaits runs for 1h 38m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under Documentary.
Related Collections
Documentary
Explore more documentary titles.
Same DirectorDon Haderlein
Browse more titles connected to this filmmaker.
Yes
This is an easy single-evening watch.