Angel Studios is set to release their historical drama THE BRINK OF WAR on VOD and digital platforms this week, arriving tomorrow, September 1st, 2026. The film launched in US theaters on August 14th, 2026.
The Brink of War is written and directed by Michael Russell Gunn in his feature directorial debut, and stars Jeff Daniels, Jared Harris, Hope Davis, Branka Katić, and J. K. Simmons.
In the film, President Ronald Reagan races against time to salvage a deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev that could dismantle nuclear arsenals—or ignite disaster. With pressure mounting on all sides, every word spoken brings the world closer to peace… or destruction.
We’ve added the release date to our Streaming Calendar. Pre-order the film from Amazon below, and check out the official trailer.
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