National Theatre Live: Dr. Strangelove


The world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring BAFTA winner Steve Coogan in four roles.


An explosively funny satire about a disparate US general who triggers a nuclear attack, Dr. Strangelove is brought to the stage by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award winner Sean Foley. BAFTA Award winner Steve Coogan plays four different roles in this epic story. The film is based on the feature film by Stanley Kubrick, produced by Patrick Myles and David Luff, with a screenplay by Stanley Kubrick, Terry Southern and Peter George, and based on the book 'Red Alert' by Peter George. Audiences experience a wonderful blend of comedy and suspense in this world premiere stage adaptation.

Where Was It Filmed?
The film was shot on the original sets where Stanley Kubrick’s feature film version was filmed.