National Theatre Live: Dr. Strangelove

Plot Summary

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack. Based on the motion picture directed by Stanley Kubrick, screenplay by Stanley Kubrick, Terry Southern and Peter George, based on the book 'Red Alert' by Peter George.

Top Cast

Steve Coogan Dr Strangelove/Captain Mandrake/President Muffley/Major TJ Kong

Giles Terera General Buck Turgidson

John Hopkins General Jack D. Ripper

Oliver Alvin-Wilson Jefferson

Penny Ashmore Vera Lynn