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Independence Day

“The question of whether or not we are alone in the universe has been answered.”

6.919962h 25mActionAdventureScience Fiction
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Independence Day at a glance

Independence Day is a 1996 action and adventure film, running 2h 25m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Disney Plus.

12 age rating2h 25mActionAdventure

Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1996-07-02
Runtime
2h 25m
Genres
Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
Director
Roland Emmerich
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.9 / 10 · 10,882 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

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.

Cast

14 names
Will SmithCapt. Steven Hiller
Bill PullmanPresident Thomas J. Whitmore
Jeff GoldblumDavid Levinson
Mary McDonnellMarilyn Whitmore
Judd HirschJulius Levinson
Robert LoggiaGeneral William Grey
Randy QuaidRussell Casse
Margaret ColinConstance Spano
James RebhornAlbert Nimzicki
Harvey FiersteinMarty Gilbert
Adam BaldwinMajor Mitchell
Brent SpinerDr. Brackish Okun
James DuvalMiguel
Vivica A. FoxJasmine Dubrow

Questions about Independence Day

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Where can I watch Independence Day in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Independence Day is listed on Disney Plus. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Independence Day suitable for children?

Independence Day is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

Is Independence Day on PelisPlus UK?

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What is Independence Day about?

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…

How long is Independence Day?

Independence Day runs for 2h 25m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Independence Day trailer?

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