What genre is Independence Day?

Independence Day is categorised as Action, Adventure, Science Fiction.

Who stars in Independence Day?

Bill Pullman, Judd Hirsch, Mary McDonnell, Adam Baldwin, Vivica A. Fox appear in the main cast.

Who directed Independence Day?

Roland Emmerich directed Independence Day.

How long is Independence Day?

Independence Day runs for 2h 25m (145 minutes).

Is Independence Day worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 6.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Independence Day?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Independence Day (1996)

Name: Independence Day
Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
Released: 1996
Duration: 145 min
Cast: Bill Pullman, Judd Hirsch, Mary McDonnell, Adam Baldwin, Vivica A. Fox

Movie 2h 25m ★ 6.9/10

Good for tonight if you want to: pure adrenaline, blow my mind

Action Adventure Science Fiction

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Independence Day is an action, adventure and science fiction movie from 1996. It is directed by Roland Emmerich. The cast includes Bill Pullman, Judd Hirsch and Mary McDonnell. The running time is 2h 25m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.9 out of 10.

Synopsis

Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.

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Questions about Independence Day

What genre is Independence Day?: Independence Day is categorised as Action, Adventure, Science Fiction.
Who stars in Independence Day?: Bill Pullman, Judd Hirsch, Mary McDonnell, Adam Baldwin, Vivica A. Fox appear in the main cast.
Who directed Independence Day?: Roland Emmerich directed Independence Day.
How long is Independence Day?: Independence Day runs for 2h 25m (145 minutes).
Is Independence Day worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 6.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Independence Day?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.