Independence Day

Name: Independence Day
Director: Roland Emmerich
Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
Released: 1996
Duration: 2 h 25 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Mary McDonnell, Judd Hirsch

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

19962h 25m6.9(10,612 votes)

ActionAdventureScience Fiction

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…

Independence Day (1996) is a action, adventure, and science fiction film directed by Roland Emmerich. It stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, and Jeff Goldblum. The film runs for 2 hours 25 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 10,612 votes.

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Director

Roland Emmerich

Cast

Will Smith

Capt. Steven Hiller

Bill Pullman

President Thomas J. Whitmore

Jeff Goldblum

David Levinson

Mary McDonnell

Marilyn Whitmore

Judd Hirsch

Julius Levinson

Robert Loggia

General William Grey

Randy Quaid

Russell Casse

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Where can I watch Independence Day?

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Who stars in Independence Day?

Independence Day stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, and Mary McDonnell, and was directed by Roland Emmerich.

How long is Independence Day?

Independence Day has a runtime of 2 hours 25 minutes.

When did Independence Day come out?

Independence Day was released in 1996.

What genre is Independence Day?

Independence Day is a action, adventure, and science fiction film.

Is Independence Day worth watching?

Independence Day holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.