Thirteen Days (2000) movie poster

Thirteen Days (2000)

"You'll never believe how close we came."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 75% (RT: 83%, MC: 67) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
2h 25m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (814 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
67
Cast
Kevin Costner as Kenneth O'Donnell
Bruce Greenwood as John F. Kennedy
Steven Culp as Robert F. Kennedy
Dylan Baker as Robert McNamara
Michael Fairman as Adlai Stevenson
Henry Strozier as Dean Rusk
Frank Wood as McGeorge Bundy
Kevin Conway as Gen. Curtis LeMay
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 814 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 75%.
Overview
The story of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962β€”the nuclear standoff with the USSR sparked by the discovery by the Americans of missile bases established on the Soviet-allied island of Cuba. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Thirteen Days, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Roger Donaldson cited several classic history films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated history films of 2000 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Thirteen Days is a 2000 history, thriller film directed by Roger Donaldson. The story of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962β€”the nuclear standoff with the USSR sparked by the discovery by the Americans of missile bases established on the Soviet-allied island of Cuba. The film has been rated by 814 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a history film, Thirteen Days delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Thirteen Days (2000) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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