War of the Worlds
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Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.
War of the Worlds is a 2005 sci-fi thriller that reimagines H.G. Wells' classic novel for modern audiences. Directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Cruise, the film follows a divorced dockworker thrust into an alien invasion while desperately protecting his two children. The movie blends intimate family drama with large-scale action as humanity faces an unstoppable extraterrestrial threat.
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Tom CruiseRay Ferrier
Dakota FanningRachel Ferrier
Justin ChatwinRobbie Ferrier
Miranda OttoMary-Ann
Tim RobbinsHarlan Ogilvy
Rick GonzalezVincent
Yul VazquezJulio
Lenny VenitoManny the Mechanic
Lisa Ann WalterBartender
Ann RobinsonGrandmother
Gene BarryGrandfather
David Alan BascheTim
Roz AbramsHerself
Camillia MonetNews Producer- Michael BrownleeTV Reporter, Osaka
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When was War of the Worlds released?
War of the Worlds was released on June 28, 2005.
Where can I watch War of the Worlds?
As a 2005 theatrical release, War of the Worlds is available on various streaming platforms and digital rental services; availability varies by region and changes over time.
Is this the original War of the Worlds story?
This is an adaptation of H.G. Wells' 1898 novel, reimagined by director Steven Spielberg with a contemporary setting and focus on a father protecting his children during the invasion.
Who stars in War of the Worlds?
Tom Cruise leads the cast as Ray Ferrier, the divorced dockworker at the center of the story, in this Steven Spielberg-directed film.
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