In the aftermath of a devastating atomic war that wipes out humanity in the northern hemisphere, an American submarine finds refuge in Australia, where a sense of normalcy hides growing despair. Amidst the devastation, Captain Towers, still grieving the loss of his family, finds solace in the company of Moira Davidson, a beautiful and troubled woman. As the submarine prepares to return to the north, Towers and Moira must confront their emotions and find comfort in each other before the end.

On the Beach
In a ravaged Australia, the few remaining survivors face an unbearable future as they grapple with the crushing truth that their world is on the verge of collapse, with only a short time left before the devastating effects of a global nuclear war consume everything.