Unthinkable (2010)
A seasoned interrogator and an FBI agent race against time to locate three hidden nuclear weapons.
The government gets wind of a plot to destroy America involving a trio of nuclear weapons for which the whereabouts are unknown. It's up to a seasoned interrogator and an FBI agent to find out exactly where the nukes are.
How intense is Unthinkable?
Unthinkable is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Unthinkable feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittysuspenseful
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Unthinkable
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Is Unthinkable for you?
Is Unthinkable scary?
Only a little. Unthinkable has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Unthinkable gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Unthinkable sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Unthinkable OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Unthinkable?
Unthinkable runs 1h 37m.
Where can I stream Unthinkable?
Unthinkable is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Unthinkable have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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