The Brink of War (2026)

Not all battles are fought with bullets.

The Brink of War (2026) poster

At the most dangerous point of the Cold War, political enemies Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev meet in Iceland over one long, tense weekend to decide if there will be peace or war. They sit across from each other, choosing to unclench their fists and instead extend their hands — a triumph of overcoming fear, differences, egos, and consequences.

Director: Michael Russell Gunn
Genre: Drama, History, War
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Screenplay

Production: 2521 Entertainment, SK Global Entertainment
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Pусский
Original Language: en

Themes

Nostalgic Memories and the Past

Keywords

cold war, ronald reagan, mikhail gorbachev, 1980s, political struggle, reykjavík, iceland

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Brink of War about?
At the most dangerous point of the Cold War, political enemies Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev meet in Iceland over one long, tense weekend to decide if there will be peace or war. They sit across from each other, choosing to unclench their fists and instead extend their hands — a triumph of overcoming fear, differences, egos, and consequences.
Who directed The Brink of War?
The Brink of War was directed by Michael Russell Gunn.
Who stars in The Brink of War?
The Brink of War stars Jared Harris, Jeff Daniels, Branka Katić, Hope Davis, J.K. Simmons, Aya Cash.
What genre is The Brink of War?
The Brink of War is a Drama, History, War film.
Where was The Brink of War produced?
The Brink of War was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Brink of War?
The themes of The Brink of War include: Nostalgic Memories and the Past.