Where does The China Syndrome rank on Lunoo?

The China Syndrome is ranked #43 in Lunoo's Best Sci Fi Movie rankings with a score of 7.7/10.

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The China Syndrome

7.65

Very Good

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The China Syndrome depicts a television reporter and cameraman investigating potential safety issues at a nuclear power plant. The film centers on their discovery of concerns regarding cover-ups related to the term “China syndrome,” which refers to a hypothetical meltdown scenario. Jane Fonda, Jack Lemmon, and Michael Douglas star in this 1979 thriller.

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Country	United States
Year	1979

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What is The China Syndrome?

The China Syndrome depicts a television reporter and cameraman investigating potential safety issues at a nuclear power plant. The film centers on their discovery of concerns regarding cover-ups related to the term “China syndrome,” which refers to a hypothetical meltdown scenario. Jane Fonda, Jack Lemmon, and Michael Douglas star in this 1979 thriller.

How good is The China Syndrome?

The China Syndrome scores 7.65/10 (Very Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Sci Fi Movie category.

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See our alternatives page for The China Syndrome for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The Andromeda Strain, Ivan Vasilievich: Back to the Future, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.

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