124 Epic Disaster Films
122 titles
- 1The Great QuakeMovie · 2006The devastating San Francisco earthquake of April 18, 1906, became one of history's worst natural disasters, destroying the city and causing widespread loss of life. This National Geographic documentary explores the events leading up to the earthquake and the struggle for survival and rebuilding that followed, as experienced by those who lived through the terrifying event.IMDb 6.6
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Blood Lake: Attack of the Killer LampreysMovie · 2014 · 90m · Horror, Thriller, TV MovieWith the fish gone, thousands of starving lampreys turn their attention to the people of a quiet lake town, forcing the community to fight for survival.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.7 - 3
The MartianMovie · 2015 · 141m · Science Fiction, Drama, AdventureOn a Mars mission, astronaut Mark Watney is mistakenly believed dead and abandoned by his crew after a severe storm. However, Watney has survived and is now stranded alone on the dangerous planet. With limited resources, he must use his resourcefulness, humor, and determination to survive and find a way to signal Earth that he's still alive.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 4
Beyond the Time BarrierMovie · 1960 · 75m · Science FictionIn 1960, a daring pilot tests a rocket-powered aircraft and accidentally travels through a dimensional rift, arriving in a far-off future. He finds a sealed city, a seemingly perfect utopia where the citizens are wary of him, believing he's a messenger from their lost past. The city's leaders, however, see value in the pilot's DNA and plan to ensure his genetic line continues by arranging a marriage between him and their daughter, who may be the key to saving their people from dying out. This exciting science fiction story explores themes of love, survival, and connection in an alien world.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.0 - 5
Mission to MarsMovie · 2000 · 114m · Science Fiction, Adventure, MysteryA manned mission to Mars experiences a devastating and unexplained disaster after reporting an unknown structure. A rescue mission is then dispatched to investigate the tragedy and retrieve any surviving crew members.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 6
HowlMovie · 2015 · 89m · HorrorA train's passengers are attacked by a creature and must unite to survive until sunrise.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 7
The Book of EliMovie · 2010 · 118m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn a world after a devastating catastrophe, a solitary man journeys across America. His mission: to safeguard a sacred book believed to contain the key to humanity's survival.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 8
EpochMovie · 2001 · 96m · Science FictionA team of specialists investigates a mysterious monolith that broadcasts a signal across continents, racing to uncover its origins and purpose.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.6 - 9
White SquallMovie · 1996 · 129m · Drama, AdventureIn 1960, a group of adventurous prep school students sail on a traditional ship under Captain Christopher Sheldon to build resilience and discipline. Their training turns into a fight for survival when a sudden white squall traps them in a dangerous storm.
The students must work together to overcome the storm's fury and their own fears. The voyage becomes a test of their strength and unity as they learn to navigate the treacherous seas.
Captain Sheldon faces his own challenges guiding the boys to safety, and the journey highlights the power of human connection and leadership during a crisis.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 10
NoahMovie · 2014 · 138m · Drama, AdventureHaunted by visions of a devastating flood, a man works tirelessly to safeguard his family from the impending disaster.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 11
DaybreakMovie · 2000 · 94mDillan Johansen, a transit authority supervisor struggling with grief and disorganization, faces a life-or-death situation when a major earthquake traps him and several subway riders in an underground tunnel in Los Angeles. Working tirelessly beneath the city, Dillan must overcome his personal challenges to guide the terrified passengers through fire, flooding, and a hidden danger of toxic chemicals.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.8 - 12
Mad Max: Fury RoadMovie · 2015 · 121m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, humanity has fractured, and survival is a brutal struggle. Amidst this harsh landscape, two rebels on the run hold the potential to bring order back to a broken society.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.6 - 13
Cyborg 2Movie · 1993 · 99m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn 2074, advanced cybernetics are commonplace, dominated by American Pinwheel Robotics and Japanese Kobayashi Electronics. Cyborgs are used in many fields, including military and service industries.
Casella Reese is a highly advanced prototype cyborg created for corporate espionage and assassination. She possesses a unique explosive liquid called Glass Shadow. When Pinwheel Robotics plans to use Casella to assassinate the entire board of directors of Kobayashi Electronics as part of a corporate takeover, the situation escalates.
The story explores questions about humanity, morality, and the increasingly blurred line between technology and human existence. It presents a world where artificial beings are becoming indistinguishable from humans, and where right and wrong are increasingly unclear.IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.3 - 14
Black SeaMovie · 2014 · 115m · Adventure, Drama, ThrillerA submarine captain with a disregard for authority assembles an unlikely crew for a quest to find a legendary treasure hidden deep in the Black Sea. Confined within their vessel, the crew's ambition and growing desperation fracture their unity. As the mission faces increasing doubt, the men begin to fight amongst themselves, each struggling to survive.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 15
The Great FloodMovie · 2012 · 80mThe 1927 Mississippi River flood was the deadliest in U.S. history. That spring, the river overflowed in 145 locations, flooding 27,000 square miles and reaching depths of 30 feet. The disaster led to a large-scale migration of displaced sharecroppers. The Great Migration of Black southerners to Northern cities also influenced music, with Delta Blues evolving into Chicago Blues, Rhythm and Blues, and eventually Rock and Roll. Filmmaker Bill Morrison and composer/guitarist Bill Frisell present a powerful visual and musical account of this pivotal moment in American history, using silent images synchronized to an original soundtrack.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 16
Storm CellMovie · 2008 · 92m · Action, Horror, ThrillerAfter a tornado tragically kills their parents, a brother and sister's lives diverge. He seeks distance in Seattle, while she dedicates herself to studying storms. When she discovers an impending series of powerful tornadoes headed for Seattle, she struggles to convince her brother and the city that she's telling the truth and they face imminent danger.IMDb 4.2TMDB 5.7 - 17
Monster IslandMovie · 2004 · 88mIn this playful homage to classic monster movies and MTV, a swarm of radioactive mutant bugs attacks VJs, Carmen Electra, and the MTV contest winners on a tropical island. MTV Original Movies presents *Monster Island*, blending vintage special effects with today's stars. Expect action, romance, and giant bugs – a delightfully cheesy experience you won't want to miss.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.3 - 18HybridsMovie · 2013 · 7mPatrick Kalyn's sci-fi short film follows an ex-special forces soldier's daughter who is killed in an alien attack. Driven by revenge, she assembles a team to infiltrate a quarantined lab in alien territory. There, she uncovers a shocking truth: the creatures aren't extraterrestrial, but the result of a failed government experiment to create bio-hybrid soldiers. She must now expose the government's deception and prevent the last remaining city within the quarantine zone from being destroyed.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.0
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Red DawnMovie · 2012 · 93m · Action, ThrillerA Washington state city is stunned when foreign paratroopers suddenly appear in the sky, revealing a shocking truth: the U.S. has been invaded, and their town is the first target. The citizens are quickly taken prisoner, and their town falls under enemy control. A group of young people, determined to resist, escapes into the nearby woods. There, they train and organize themselves into a guerrilla fighting force.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.7 - 20
2012: Ice AgeMovie · 2011 · 91m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionA volcanic eruption in Iceland triggers a glacial advance towards North America, freezing everything in its path. A family man fights to survive the arrival of an impending ice age.IMDb 2.3TMDB 4.5 - 21
I Am LegendMovie · 2007 · 101m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerRobert Neville, a scientist, failed to prevent the outbreak of a deadly, man-made virus. He is immune and now the last known human in the ruins of New York City, possibly the world. For three years, Neville has broadcast daily radio messages, hoping to find other survivors. But he discovers he is not alone.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 22
Defcon 2012Movie · 2010 · 92mIn October 2009, an independent filmmaker and their team vanished just a month before their controversial movie, which predicted the end of the world, was set to be released. Authorities suspect the film's 2012 doomsday prediction may be connected to their disappearance. An agent for the Central Extraterrestrial Agency (CEA) finds the film's footage and watches it on September 10, 2012, three months before the predicted apocalypse.IMDb 1.6TMDB 1.9 - 23
2012Movie · 2009 · 158m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionGeophysicist Dr. Adrian Helmsley discovers that solar storms are causing the Earth's core to heat up, leading to crustal instability. He warns President Wilson that humanity faces extinction unless significant preparations are made to save a portion of the population. Simultaneously, writer Jackson Curtis uncovers the same alarming information and fights to protect his family amidst growing global chaos. Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes of unprecedented magnitude begin to devastate the planet as world leaders scramble to build escape vessels.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 24
In the Year 2889Movie · 1969 · 80mAfter a nuclear war, seven people are the only ones left alive, sheltering from the dangers outside. But beyond a thick fog, other survivors exist, transformed by radiation and driven by hunger.IMDb 2.9TMDB 3.0 - 25
Black Hawk DownMovie · 2001 · 145m · Action, War, HistoryU.S. Rangers and a special Delta Force team try to abduct two of a Somali warlord's aides. Their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, resulting in significant American losses as they engage in fierce ground combat with the local militia.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 26
Red DawnMovie · 1984 · 114m · Action, Thriller, WarWhen global conflict erupts into World War III, a group of resourceful teenagers in the American heartland must step up. As the nation battles its former ally, these young people unite to protect their community from advancing Soviet forces. The story follows them as they navigate a war-torn America, building alliances and developing skills to defend their town and, potentially, the future of the country. It’s a tale of unity, courage, and determination in the face of overwhelming danger.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 27
Fail SafeMovie · 2000 · 86m · Drama, Thriller, TV MovieThe Cold War reaches its most dangerous moment when a U.S. bomber is mistakenly ordered to release a nuclear weapon over Moscow.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 28
OblivionMovie · 2013 · 124m · Action, Science Fiction, AdventureJack Harper is among the few remaining drone repair technicians left on Earth. As part of a large-scale effort to gather essential resources following years of war against a dangerous enemy called the Scavs, Jack's assignment is almost finished. His life changes when he rescues a captivating stranger from a crashed spacecraft. Her arrival sets off a series of events that challenge his beliefs and places the future of humankind in his care.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 29
03:34: Earthquake in ChileMovie · 2011 · 100mIn 2010, Chile is struck by a devastating earthquake and subsequent tsunami. The film follows the survivors as they experience the terror and widespread destruction caused by the natural disaster.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.0 - 30
Behind the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1998 · 127m · Documentary, Science Fiction, TV MovieThis 127-minute documentary explores the making of the classic Planet of the Apes film series. Roddy McDowall, who starred in the original, narrates this detailed look behind the scenes, following the films from their beginnings as scripts to their completion on set. The documentary highlights the careful work that went into each movie – from makeup and set design to the overall creative process. It also examines the series’ lasting influence as a pioneer in science fiction, offering an engaging history for fans and a fascinating look at one of cinema's most imaginative worlds.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 31
Rise of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 2011 · 105m · Thriller, Action, DramaCaesar, a remarkably intelligent chimpanzee, has enjoyed a calm life in a suburban home from birth. However, his peaceful existence is shattered when he's taken to a harsh primate research facility. Faced with cruelty, Caesar chooses to fight back against those who have wronged him.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 32
Journey Through the Black SunMovie · 1982 · 89m"Journey Through the Black Sun" (1982), produced by ITC New York, is a story that combines the first season episodes "Collision Course" and "Black Sun" from the television series "Space: 1999."IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 33
Last Woman on EarthMovie · 1960 · 71m · Science Fiction, Drama, MysteryHarold Gern, a shrewd New York businessman, and his wife Evelyn are vacationing in Puerto Rico with Harold's lawyer, Martin Joyce, who is there to discuss a serious legal issue – an indictment threatening Harold’s business. During a boat trip to explore the island and try out new scuba gear, their holiday takes a dangerous turn. When they resurface, they find themselves in a world drastically changed.
The film follows their fight to survive and adapt to this new reality, exploring the consequences of their past as they try to understand what happened. It’s a thriller, drama, and mystery about the enigma of this altered world and the relationships between the three characters.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.4 - 34
FiveMovie · 1951 · 93m · Science Fiction, DramaFive people's lives become connected after a nuclear attack devastates the world. They must survive in a ruined landscape where resources are limited and danger is constant, finding refuge in a hidden hillside house.
As they try to adjust, tensions grow as the survivors face difficult choices. Their fragile unity is challenged by fear and mistrust in a world turned upside down.
This drama examines hope, strength, and the importance of human connection. Day by day, the survivors try to rebuild their lives amidst chaos, searching for normalcy and redefining what it means to live in a changed world.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 35
Planet of the ApesMovie · 2001 · 120m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ActionAstronaut Leo Davidson crash-lands on an unknown planet and discovers a world where intelligent apes rule humanity. Determined to return home, Leo must escape the planet's dangers and avoid the relentless pursuit of General Thade and his powerful gorilla army.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 36
NostradamusMovie · 1994 · 119m · Drama, HistoryThis period drama follows Michel de Nostredame, later known as Nostradamus, played by Rutger Hauer. The film explores his early career as a plague doctor during a devastating European epidemic. As he gains medical recognition, the story moves to his time at the court of Catherine de Medici, portrayed by Julia Ormond. The film focuses on how Nostradamus's prophetic almanacs propelled him to historical fame, blending historical detail with the mystery surrounding his predictions to create a compelling portrait of an exceptional life.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 37
Planet of the ApesMovie · 1968 · 112m · Science Fiction, Adventure, DramaAstronaut Taylor crash lands on an alien planet and finds a world where intelligent apes rule, using humans for cruel experiments and games. To survive, Taylor allies with an empathetic chimpanzee scientist. Their unlikely friendship explores difficult questions about power, control, and what it truly means to be human. This gripping story examines the limits of intelligence and challenges our understanding of humanity itself.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 38
The Eden FormulaMovie · 2006 · 82mIndustrial spies infiltrate a highly secure lab at Calgorin Industries and inadvertently release a Tyrannosaurus Rex. The dinosaur causes chaos inside the lab before escaping into the streets of Los Angeles.IMDb 2.9TMDB 2.4 - 39
Mad Max 2Movie · 1981 · 96m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerSet in a desolate Australian Outback after an apocalypse, Max Rockatansky is a drifter searching for gasoline. He and other survivors find themselves at a fuel depot controlled by Lord Humungus, a powerful and mysterious leader who embodies the harshness of the land. Max must face dangerous situations and fight to protect his community from Humungus' violent plans in this unforgiving world.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 40
QuintetMovie · 1979 · 118m · Science FictionIn a future gripped by a new ice age, humanity's last hope lies in a board game called Quintet. As the world freezes, a group of survivors elevates the game beyond entertainment, using living players in a desperate fight for survival. Victory means life; defeat means sacrifice. The film explores desperation and moral choices as these survivors confront extinction, forcing them to question what they're willing to do to live. Each move in the game becomes a life-or-death decision, revealing the true cost of survival.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.1 - 41
Five ThirteenMovie · 2013 · 105mThis gripping thriller follows brothers Mike and Tre as they seek a fresh start, hoping to escape their troubled pasts. Released from prison after serving time for a crime he didn't commit, Mike is determined to shield his daughter from a dangerous ex. But the streets offer a harsher reality than prison ever did. Tre reluctantly agrees to a final job – a "delivery" – to help Mike and his girlfriend break free from the criminal world. The mission spirals into a chaotic ordeal where the lives of many become entangled, and choices made have lasting, devastating consequences.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.3 - 42
ReturnerMovie · 2002 · 116m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionA young woman traveling from the future enlists the help of a local gunman to prevent an imminent alien invasion that threatens humanity's extinction.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 43
The ColonyMovie · 2013 · 95m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerWhen the next ice age forces humanity underground, a small community of survivors must battle a new danger – one more brutal than the frozen world above.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.4 - 44
The Last Man on EarthMovie · 1924 · 70mWhen a plague wipes out all fertile men except for Elmer Smith, a rural resident living in the Ozarks, every woman on Earth becomes determined to have him.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 45
The Dark Knight RisesMovie · 2012 · 165m · Action, Crime, DramaAfter District Attorney Harvey Dent's death, Batman takes the blame for Dent's crimes to safeguard his memory, becoming the target of the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman meets Selina Kyle and faces Bane, a new terrorist leader who overpowers Gotham's forces. The Dark Knight returns to defend a city that now sees him as a threat.IMDb 8.4TMDB 7.8 - 46
Dark StarMovie · 1974 · 83mA team of scientists is tasked with destroying unstable planets. Two decades into this mission, they face a challenge unlike any other: battling their own alien mascot and a sophisticated bombing device that develops unexpected self-awareness and begins to question its purpose.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 47
Noah and the Last DaysMovie · 2014 · 30mLike people in Noah's time, are we ignoring signs of God's judgment? The Bible describes the signs of the end times: disrespectful use of God’s name, self-serving preachers and hypocrisy in the church, wars, denial of a global flood. Many doubt the story of Noah and his ark. Could it be possible to fit all animal species into one boat? Is there evidence for a worldwide flood? What if it happened as described? What does that mean? Who was Noah, and why is his story important today? Don’t be unprepared. Time may be short. Will you be ready? A film by Ray Comfort. This is not the Russell Crowe film.IMDb 4.3TMDB 6.3 - 48
Reign of FireMovie · 2002 · 101m · Adventure, Action, FantasyIn a ruined England, an American volunteer joins forces with a British survivor to confront a growing threat: fire-breathing dragons emerging from underground after centuries. The British survivor, leading a group searching for the dragons' leader, is driven by personal loss – his mother was killed by a dragon, but he still holds hope for love.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 49
Quarantine L.A.Movie · 2016 · 75mAfter a catastrophic outbreak, seven strangers fight to survive. Trapped in a quarantined Los Angeles, they must join forces to escape a city overrun by a virus that transforms those infected.IMDb 2.4TMDB 3.8 - 50
AliveMovie · 1993 · 127m · Adventure, Drama, HistoryThis true story follows a Uruguayan rugby team as they struggle to survive after their plane crashes in the Andes. Facing brutal conditions and limited food, they fight relentlessly to stay alive. The film shows their determination and the strength of the human spirit in the face of extreme hardship. Told with realism and powerful visuals, it's an unflinching look at their desperate fight for survival. It’s a story of courage and endurance that will captivate audiences with its celebration of resilience.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 51
Project AlmanacMovie · 2015 · 106m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA group of teenagers uncover secret blueprints for a time machine and build their own. But their experiment quickly spirals out of their control.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.8 - 52
The CellMovie · 2000 · 107m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerA psychotherapist enters the mind of a comatose serial killer, hoping to reach the killer and save his most recent victim.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 53
The Day the World EndedMovie · 2001 · 91mA school psychologist investigates the death of a student's mother and discovers the boy believes he is the son of an alien being.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.1 - 54
Mad Max Beyond ThunderdomeMovie · 1985 · 107m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a future wasteland, Mad Max becomes entangled with a technologically advanced but corrupt community. They use his survival skills to maintain their power, but then wrongly exile him. He discovers a hidden colony of abandoned children struggling to survive.
Becoming their only hope, Max undertakes a dangerous journey to protect and guide them to safety. He grapples with his past and the difficult choices that come with protecting these vulnerable children. The film explores survival, redemption, and the importance of compassion in a brutal world.
As Max confronts the consequences of his choices and the harsh realities of the landscape, he questions his own beliefs. Can he find redemption through kindness, or will the world's violence ultimately win?IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 55
Dark RelicMovie · 2010 · 88m1099 A.D.: After years of war, a weary knight returns home with his troops from the Holy Land. However, the sacred artifact he carries is afflicted by a terrible curse.IMDb 3.5TMDB 3.5 - 56
2012 DoomsdayMovie · 2008 · 86mOn December 21, 2012, four strangers, each on a personal quest for faith, converge on an ancient temple in Mexico. For the Mayans, it marks the end of a recorded era. NASA scientists believe it signals a catastrophic polar shift. To many around the world, it represents the end of time.IMDb 1.8TMDB 3.3 - 57
The Bed Sitting RoomMovie · 1969 · 91m · Comedy, Science FictionFollowing a devastating World War III and widespread radioactive fallout, survivors are developing strange mutations. Lord Fortnum, a former prominent figure, is among them, inexplicably transforming into a hybrid of a bed and sitting room.
The film explores transformation, identity, and survival in this harsh post-war world. As Lord Fortnum adjusts to his new form and its impact on his life, he faces constant danger and a desperate fight for survival. Blending dark comedy and drama, the movie offers a compelling story that stays with the viewer.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 58
The RuinsMovie · 2008 · 91m · HorrorDuring a sunny vacation in Mexico, Americans Amy, Stacy, Jeff, and Eric seek excitement. Their holiday takes an unexpected turn when a visit to a jungle archaeological dig leads them to experience far more than they anticipated.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 59
BlindnessMovie · 2008 · 121m · Drama, Mystery, Science FictionA sudden plague causes widespread blindness in a city. A small group of those affected unite to navigate the harsh realities of their enforced quarantine and ultimately overcome it.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 60
DoomsdayMovie · 2008 · 108m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionA deadly virus, known as the Reaper, ravaged Britain thirty years ago, infecting millions and claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. The country was successfully quarantined, but the virus has now returned in a major city. An elite team of specialists is sent into the quarantined zone on a critical mission: to find a cure, no matter the cost. Isolated from the world, the team must fight their way through a terrifyingly transformed landscape.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 61
Beneath the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1970 · 95m · Adventure, Science Fiction, MysteryAfter a rescue mission to another planet, the only survivor arrives on a world inhabited by apes, where they discover a disturbing truth hidden beneath the surface.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 62
The ImpossibleMovie · 2012 · 113m · Drama, Thriller, HistoryIn December 2004, Maria, Henry, and their three sons start their winter vacation in Thailand. The day after Christmas, their peaceful holiday becomes a terrifying nightmare when a monstrous roar echoes from the ocean, followed by a massive wave that destroys everything in its path. As the family faces unimaginable danger, acts of compassion and bravery offer a glimmer of hope.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 63
Z for ZachariahMovie · 2015 · 97m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionAfter a nuclear war, a young woman lives alone, believing she is the only woman left alive. Her solitude shatters when she finds another person: a scientist, deeply affected by radiation and desperate to find other survivors. A tentative trust forms between them. However, the arrival of a stranger threatens to destroy their fragile connection.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 64
Conquest of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1972 · 88m · Action, Science FictionIn a future where apes are enslaved by humans, the story follows Caesar, a chimpanzee who emerges after nearly two decades in hiding to lead a revolution against his oppressors. He rallies his fellow apes while battling internal struggles and external dangers, questioning his role as a leader and his own identity. This film explores power, social hierarchies, and the importance of dignity and respect for all living things.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 65
Escape from the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1971 · 98m · Action, Science FictionThree highly intelligent chimpanzees arrive on Earth in a mysterious spaceship. At first doubted, the talking apes quickly amaze people with their advanced minds. Scientists try to learn where they came from, balancing excitement with concern. But when the apes, aware of human experiments, plan a risky escape, a series of events begins. This film makes us consider what we really know about intelligence, compassion, and the differences between species. It’s an exciting adventure with emotional moments that also reflects real-world problems.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 66
Dawn of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 2014 · 130m · Science Fiction, Action, DramaIn post-apocalyptic San Francisco, a team of scientists fights for survival as a deadly plague decimates the human population. Meanwhile, Caesar strives to maintain control over his community of highly evolved apes.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 67
Tomorrow, When the War BeganMovie · 2010 · 103m · Action, Adventure, DramaEllie Linton, a teenager from an Australian coastal town, takes her friends on a trip to a remote woodland camp called "Hell." When they return, they discover their town has been invaded by an enemy army, and their loved ones have been taken prisoner. Alerted to the teens' presence, the invaders pursue them, forcing Ellie and her friends to unite and fight back.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 68
OblivionMovie · 1994 · 94m · Adventure, Science Fiction, WesternThis sci-fi western takes place on a planet resembling the Old West. The story follows a pacifist whose life changes when his estranged father, a sheriff, is killed by an evil alien bandit and his gang. The outlaws seize control of the protagonist's town, endangering his friends. Forced to confront his beliefs about violence, he must fight to protect his loved ones and reclaim what was lost. The film explores themes of loyalty, family, and the difficult choices when deeply held principles are tested.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.9 - 69
GhoulsMovie · 2008 · 90mStefan brings his daughter Jennifer to Romania for his mother's funeral. His girlfriend Liz accompanies them to the village of Pelosoara, where they meet Stefan's brother Vladimir and encounter unusual locals. Jennifer discovers she is the only surviving woman from her father’s lineage. At the funeral, a stranger asks Jennifer to meet him in the square. There, she witnesses a creature attacking the man, but is rescued by Thomas. The man reveals he is the last druid, guarding humanity from ancient evils banished to the spiritual realm. That night, a reclamation ceremony is planned where an evil queen will possess someone, creating a portal for the ancients to return.IMDb 2.9TMDB 3.3 - 70
Phase 7Movie · 2010 · 95m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ComedyWhen their apartment is quarantined, a man fiercely defends his pregnant wife from their concerned neighbors.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 71
10,000 A.D.: The Legend of the Black PearlMovie · 2008 · 84mCenturies after an apocalyptic event, humanity has fractured into two tribes: the Plaebians and the Huron. Driven solely by survival, the Huron have embraced a hunter-gatherer lifestyle, becoming fierce warriors focused only on the present. The Plaebians, however, strive to rebuild civilization and control the wild. But when a terrifying new threat – the Sinasu – begins to decimate both tribes, they must overcome their differences and unite to avoid complete annihilation. By Randolph Kret.IMDb 2.3TMDB 1.2 - 72
10,000 BCMovie · 2008 · 109m · Adventure, Action, DramaThis prehistoric story follows a young mammoth hunter as he ventures into unknown lands to ensure his tribe's survival.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.5 - 73
The ForgottenMovie · 2004 · 91m · Thriller, Mystery, Science FictionTelly Paretta, devastated by the death of her 8-year-old son, is shocked when her psychiatrist tells her she's constructed eight years of memories about a child she never had. Determined to find answers and prove her son's existence, Telly connects with a man who shares a similar experience, leading her on a quest to understand what's real and what's not.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9 - 74
CellMovie · 2016 · 98m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerA mysterious signal spreads across the globe, triggering a terrifying outbreak. People transform into violent killers, unleashing widespread chaos. In New England, a small group of survivors must navigate the resulting devastation.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.7 - 75
The Last Man on Planet EarthMovie · 1999 · 89mDuring a war in Afghanistan, a weapon called the "Y-bomb" killed 97% of the world's men. Earth's women, believing the planet would be better without violence, outlawed men. Twenty years later, scientist Hope Chase, worried about the future, clones a new male and names him Adam. When Adam becomes an adult, he's forced to flee from the FBI and seeks refuge with small groups of the last surviving men.IMDb 4.4TMDB 3.5 - 76
Damnation AlleyMovie · 1977 · 91m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionAfter a devastating World War III, four survivors are trapped at a remote military outpost. They must journey across a ruined America, facing mutated creatures, harsh weather, and constant danger.
Riding in heavily fortified vehicles, they head for Albany, hoping to find other people. This difficult and dangerous trip will test their courage and determination.
The story explores resilience, survival, and the bonds between people in a desolate but strangely beautiful landscape. It’s a powerful film about what it means to keep going when everything is lost.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.1 - 77
AftermathMovie · 2014 · 92m · Thriller, DramaAfter a devastating nuclear attack thrusts the United States into World War 3, nine strangers seek refuge in a Texas farmhouse cellar. Among them is Dr. Hunter, who survives the blast and finds himself with a group of wounded and terrified people. They include Elizabeth, Hunter's determined friend; Brad, a hostile local; and Jennifer, a young woman deeply traumatized by the events. Confined in the shelter, they battle claustrophobia and personality clashes while awaiting news from the government. As supplies dwindle and radiation sickness spreads, Hunter and his companions struggle to survive, facing hunger, illness, and a growing number of desperate refugees.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.7 - 78
ParasiticMovie · 2012 · 79mWhen a meteor strikes Tampa Bay, a peculiar fish becomes food for Val, a nightclub bartender. Soon after, Val falls ill as a parasite she unknowingly ingested takes hold. Trapped inside the locked club, Val becomes the puppet of the rapidly growing parasite, unleashing chaos among the patrons. Cut off from the outside world, the club's occupants must fight for survival and find a way to destroy the creature before it escapes.IMDb 2.1TMDB 2.7 - 79
Battle for the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1973 · 93m · Action, Science FictionThe final installment of the Planet of the Apes saga. Following the downfall of humanity, a society of intelligent apes, led by Caesar, shares a fragile peace with humans. Gorilla General Aldo attempts to ignite a civil war among the apes, while a community of human mutants dwelling beneath a ruined city plots to overthrow those they consider their adversaries. The series culminates in this final conflict.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 80
Superman ReturnsMovie · 2006 · 154m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureSuperman comes home to find that five years away has given Lex Luthor freedom. The people Superman cares about most have moved on, feeling left behind. Now, Luthor plans a devastating revenge that could kill millions and reshape the world, all while eliminating Superman himself.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 81
Dead Space: AftermathMovie · 2011 · 85m · Animation, Horror, Science FictionIn 2509, Earth has lost contact with the Ishimura and Isaac Clarke, and now with the USG O'Bannon, the rescue ship dispatched to find them. Only four crew members of the O'Bannon have survived. The film explores what happened to the rest of the crew, their actions, and the secrets they conceal. All will be revealed in *Dead Space: Aftermath*. This fast-paced, terrifying animated film, told from the perspective of the four survivors and directed by several international filmmakers, bridges the story between the video games *Dead Space* and *Dead Space 2*.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.9 - 82
The DescentMovie · 2005 · 100m · Adventure, HorrorFollowing a difficult loss, Sarah joins her friends on a caving trip in the Appalachian Mountains. Their adventure becomes a terrifying ordeal when a rockfall traps them deep underground. While searching for an exit, the women realize they are not alone; savage creatures inhabit the caves. As fear grows and trust erodes, the women must fight to survive against these predators and each other.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 83
Leeches!Movie · 2003 · 85mA group of college swimmers, using performance-enhancing drugs, swim in the campus lake to relax. The lake's leeches unexpectedly change after consuming the swimmers’ blood. Growing larger, the leeches begin attacking students.IMDb 3.1TMDB 3.5 - 84
The Day After TomorrowMovie · 2004 · 123m · Science Fiction, Thriller, AdventurePaleoclimatologist Jack Hall warns the UN about an impending new Ice Age, but his concerns are dismissed. His predictions become reality when a massive superstorm triggers worldwide disasters. Determined to reach his son Sam, who is stranded in New York City with friends, Jack and his team race against time to find him.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 85
ParasiteMovie · 1982 · 85m · Horror, Science FictionIn this suspenseful thriller, Paul Dean unknowingly becomes host to a deadly parasite that has attached itself to his body. With time running out, he must team up with Patricia Welles to find a way to eliminate the parasite before it destroys them. Their perilous journey is fraught with danger, as they evade Ricus and his violent gang, and a secretive government agent named Merchant who wants to seize the parasite for his own harmful goals. This intense story of survival explores how far people will go to defend themselves against a terrifying threat that endangers not only their lives but the future of humanity.IMDb 4.1TMDB 4.8 - 86
Mad MaxMovie · 1979 · 91m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerIn a chaotic future, a motorcycle gang dominates the broken highways with brutal force. The riders, driven by lawless abandon, terrorize civilians and defy the overwhelmed police.
The film is a raw look at a society struggling for control against a ruthless power. It explores the desperation of life on the fringes and the consequences of authority versus lawlessness. The story examines survival, resistance, and the complicated relationships between victims and those in power in this harsh new world.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 87
DaybreakersMovie · 2010 · 98m · Action, Fantasy, Science FictionIn 2019, a plague has turned most people into vampires. With blood becoming scarce, the remaining humans struggle to survive. At the same time, a researcher teams up with a hidden group of vampires to find a cure and save humanity.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 88
DeathlandsMovie · 2003 · 88mTwenty years after nuclear war devastated Earth, Ryan Cawdor returns to a ruined Virginia, the place of his childhood. There, his brother and stepmother plotted to kill their father, the Baron. Now, accompanied by his allies, Ryan aims to dismantle the tyrannical empire that has risen from the ashes in his absence.IMDb 3.5TMDB 2.9 - 89
Earthquake in ChileMovie · 1975 · 86mTutor Jeronimo and heiress Josephe fall in love, but are soon separated by execution and imprisonment. Fate intervenes with a devastating earthquake, and the two lovers find themselves facing an uncertain future.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.6 - 90
Back from EternityMovie · 1956 · 100mA South American plane carrying a diverse group of people crashes in a remote jungle during a storm. The survivors soon realize they've landed in territory inhabited by dangerous cannibals and must fight to escape discovery. A remake of *Five Came Back* (1939).IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 91
2012: SupernovaMovie · 2009 · 87m · Action, Science FictionTwo hundred years ago, a supernova erupted in the Lyra constellation. Now, the deadly radiation from the explosion is on a direct course for Earth, and humanity is running out of time. Astrophysicist Dr. Kelvin (Brian Krause) leads a project dedicated to saving the planet.IMDb 2.2TMDB 4.2 - 92
Epoch: EvolutionMovie · 2003 · 94mTen years after the first alien object, a Torus, appeared, two more have emerged. The initial Torus profoundly altered global perspectives, impacting politics and religion alike. Dr. Mason Rand is now a fugitive from the Genesis Coalition, a religious extremist group that fears the widespread consequences of Dr. Rand's knowledge.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.2 - 93
Farewell to the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1980 · 90mAstronauts Burke and Virdon, along with their chimpanzee companion Galen, are captured in a fishing village where people are forced into slavery. To survive, they must prove themselves as fishermen, or face sacrifice to the villagers' sea gods – sharks. After escaping the labor camp, the trio becomes involved in a scheme to build a glider and drop a fragmentation bomb on the gorilla council. [This film combines the episodes "Tomorrow's Tide" and "Up Above the World So High," and is the fifth of five telefilms edited from the 1974 TV series.]IMDb 4.9TMDB 6.2 - 94
Black SundayMovie · 1977 · 143m · Action, Drama, ThrillerAn Israeli anti-terrorism expert must stop a dangerous plot by a Vietnam veteran working with Black September. He’s racing against time to prevent a catastrophic attack during the Super Bowl. The expert navigates a complex world of deception and danger, trying to protect lives. The film depicts the realities of undercover work and examines loyalty, patriotism, and the sacrifices made to combat terrorism.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 95
The HappeningMovie · 2008 · 90m · Thriller, Science FictionA deadly airborne virus spreads across the northeastern United States, forcing teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma to escape the infected cities for the countryside. They journey to uncover the source of the outbreak, questioning whether it's a terrorist attack, a military accident involving a toxic bio-weapon, or something far more mysterious.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.4 - 96
The Alien WithinMovie · 1995 · 75mThe crew of a deep-sea mining platform is attacked by a strange and deadly parasite. The parasite can control people's minds, making it impossible for the survivors to trust anyone and unsure who has been infected.IMDb 4.2TMDB 3.2 - 97
ParasiteMovie · 2004 · 93mOn a deserted oil rig in the North Sea, Dr. Christine Hansen is tasked with testing a new cleaning fluid that could transform the oil industry. Jacob Rasmussen and his crew of demolition engineers are hired to conduct the tests. Soon after, one of them disappears under mysterious circumstances. The situation escalates when environmental activist Mickey Hennessey and his followers take over the rig, holding everyone hostage. Forced to unite, the oil workers and activists must fight for survival against a deadly new creature that has taken residence on the rig and is relentlessly hunting them.IMDb 2.7TMDB 5.6 - 98
10,000 DaysMovie · 2014 · 91mTwenty-seven years after Comet 23 impacted Earth – an event equivalent to all the world's nuclear weapons detonating – plunging the planet into a prolonged ice age, the surviving humans are locked in a desperate struggle for survival.IMDb 2.8TMDB 2.9 - 99
End of DaysMovie · 1999 · 122m · Action, Horror, FantasyAs New York City anticipates welcoming the year 2000 in December 1999, Satan plans to enter the city and find a 20-year-old woman named Christine York. If he succeeds, the world will end.
An atheist named Jericho Cane may be humanity's only hope. With midnight approaching, they race against time to prevent disaster, impacting the fate of everyone.
Against the backdrop of a city preparing for a massive celebration, this story examines faith, belief, and redemption as the world faces destruction.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1 - 100
BrandedMovie · 2012 · 106m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a bleak future dominated by corporate brands that have left people feeling empty, a man's quest to uncover a hidden conspiracy plunges him into a major conflict with powerful forces secretly running the world.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.7
