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200460 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

Zero Hour

200460 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

The series dramatizes the hour leading up to significant historical events, using a real-time clock and split screen to follow key players.

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Renny Bartlett,

Tim Wolochatiuk,

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The series dramatizes the hour leading up to significant historical events, using a real-time clock and split screen to follow key players.

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Renny Bartlettdirector

David Hickmandirector

Tim Wolochatiuk

Tim Wolochatiukdirector

Gary Lang

Gary Langdirector

Jon Blairdirector

Synopsis

Zero Hour dramatizes the hour leading up to some of the most memorable historical events as they unfold minute by minute. Using a real-time clock and a split screen to follow key players, the series reveals the compelling and exciting minutes leading up to events that changed the world.

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