412 Disaster Movies (1990-2030)
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Short Walk to DaylightMovie · 1972 · 73mFollowing a New York City earthquake, eight strangers find themselves trapped underground in the subway system and must work together to find a way to escape.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.2 - 2
The World Sinks Except JapanMovie · 2006 · 98mIn 2011, the most significant tectonic event in human history takes place. Catastrophic earthquakes cause North and South America, Eurasia, Africa, and Australia to sink beneath the ocean. The Japanese islands are the only landmasses spared.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.0 - 3
LocustsMovie · 1974 · 74mLocusts appear on the horizon near a Midwestern town, threatening to destroy the area's crops. The townspeople must find a way to destroy or divert the swarm before it devastates their livelihoods.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.8 - 4
Fukushima: Les voix silencieusesMovie · 2016 · 52mOver four years after the Fukushima Dai-Ichi nuclear accident, lingering radiation remains unseen but pervasive. Slowly, however, the local population is beginning to move past it.IMDb 8.2 - 5
Mega CycloneMovie · 2011 · 90m · TV Movie, Science Fiction, ActionJupiter's iconic Great Red Spot has disappeared. Simultaneously, unprecedented storms erupt across North America, revealing the colossal storm that has persisted on Jupiter for centuries has arrived on Earth. This immense cyclone is rapidly consuming everything in its path, threatening to transform our planet into a gas giant like Jupiter within days.IMDb 3.9TMDB 5.1 - 6
Minnie's Bow-ToonsMovie · 2010 · 88m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerA massive meteor enters Earth's orbit and breaks apart, sending a rain of debris across the entire planet.IMDb 3.0TMDB 5.1 - 7
Meteorites!Movie · 1998 · 90mA meteor shower poses a danger to a quiet American town.IMDb 3.7TMDB 3.0 - 8
LegacyMovie · 2021 · 100mTen years after his film *Home* (2009), Yann Arthus-Bertrand reflects on his life and fifty years dedicated to his work in *Legacy*. This is his most personal film, where the photographer and director explores the relationship between humanity and nature. He presents a picture of a planet in distress, highlighting the ecological damage caused by human activity. Ultimately, he calls for a reconciliation with nature and offers potential solutions.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.1 - 9
Quintinshill: Britain's Deadliest Rail DisasterMovie · 2015 · 60mNeil Oliver recounts the UK’s deadliest railway disaster, which occurred on May 22, 1915, at Quintinshill near Gretna Green. Three trains collided, one carrying soldiers destined for World War I's Battle of Gallipoli, resulting in a high number of casualties. The troop train caught fire due to gas escaping from the carriages' outdated lighting. While a signalman’s error was cited as the primary cause, Oliver investigates whether other factors contributed to the crash and whether a cover-up occurred to avoid scrutiny, with signalmen unfairly blamed.IMDb 7.7 - 10
The Day West Shook TexasMovie · 2015 · 57mThis documentary recounts the events of April 17, 2013, the day a catastrophic explosion transformed West, Texas, a small farming community. - 11
Chernobyl: Countdown to ArmageddonMovie · 2024 · 85mBen Fogle narrates a detailed film exploring the key events that caused the 1986 nuclear accident at the Chernobyl Power Plant, where Reactor 4 exploded with devastating results.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.0 - 12
CloverfieldMovie · 2008 · 85m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionFive friends in New York City celebrate a friend's departure the night a colossal monster appears over the city. Filmed on a video camera, the story documents their struggle to survive this unbelievable and terrifying event.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 13
Air PanicMovie · 2002 · 91mNeil McCabe, an FAA system analyzer, is the only one who suspects a connection between a terrible plane incident and a group of international terrorists. He believes a brilliant computer hacker is manipulating the air traffic control system to cause destruction. To stop the disaster, McCabe and his colleague, Rudy, discover the criminals' weapon, leading them into a dangerous confrontation with the terrorists.IMDb 3.8TMDB 4.2 - 14
Inquiry: The Great British Housing DisasterMovie · 1984 · 50mDavid Jones examines the origins of substandard 1960s council housing, exploring how widespread construction flaws led to the eventual demolition of thousands of homes.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 15
Skyway to DeathMovie · 1974 · 75mPassengers on an aerial tramway find themselves stranded when the tram malfunctions at a height of 8,500 feet.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.3 - 16
The ElevatorMovie · 1974 · 75mA tense armed robber, escaping after a heist, is trapped in a stalled elevator with several people as the shaft begins to give way.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.0 - 17
The Concorde... Airport '79Movie · 1979 · 123m · Action, Drama, ThrillerJoe Patroni, an experienced airline troubleshooter, confronts his toughest challenge yet when a commercial plane is in danger of splitting apart over the Alps. He must also contend with a nuclear missile threat and the French Air Force.
Patroni uses his resourcefulness and determination to resolve the crisis. The film blends suspense, drama, and humor to create a gripping story about perseverance, quick thinking, and teamwork when facing extreme danger.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.7 - 18
Apocalypse of IceMovie · 2020 · 90mA series of earthquakes triggers a massive polar vortex, engulfing the majority of Earth. A family is forced to journey towards a designated safe zone located at the equator.IMDb 2.5TMDB 3.9 - 19
Y2KMovie · 1999 · 93mOn New Year's Eve, as midnight approaches, the feared Y2K computer problem activates, leading to widespread disruption across the United States.IMDb 3.4TMDB 3.9 - 20
My Entire High School Sinking Into the SeaMovie · 2016 · 76m · Animation, Comedy, DramaDash and his best friend Assaf are gearing up for another year reporting on school life for their newspaper, edited by their friend Verti. However, as a romance sparks between Assaf and Verti, it strains the boys' friendship. Meanwhile, Dash uncovers a cover-up by the school administration that endangers the entire student body.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.7 - 21
Atomic TwisterMovie · 2002 · 86m · Action, Drama, ThrillerWhen tornadoes severely damage the cooling systems at a nuclear power plant, a disaster looms. *Atomic Twister* chronicles a day in the lives of ordinary people in a small town as they unexpectedly confront the potential for widespread destruction. It's a race against time.IMDb 4.2TMDB 6.3 - 22
Ski Lift to DeathMovie · 1978 · 100mA sports promoter attempts to set up two ski champions, and their matchmaking efforts unexpectedly land them trapped in a derailed ski lift car. Confined with them are a gangster and the assassin sent to eliminate him.IMDb 4.7 - 23
Solar AttackMovie · 2006 · 91m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerAs the sun releases more and more plasma, scientists fear it could trigger a massive methane explosion in Earth's atmosphere, leading to global catastrophe. International tensions escalate as the world races to find a way to prevent this potential disaster.IMDb 4.1TMDB 5.2 - 24
The Challenger DisasterMovie · 2013 · 90m · Thriller, Drama, HistoryThe 1986 explosion of the space shuttle Challenger was a deeply shocking moment in American history. Millions witnessed the deaths of all seven astronauts aboard, including Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher to travel to space. Adding to the tragedy, the cause of the disaster remained a mystery for a long time. *The Challenger* tells the story of Richard Feynman, a renowned American scientist, and his crucial role in uncovering the truth behind this devastating event.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 25
TenerifeMovie · 2005 · 87mMarch 27, 1977. A dense fog descends upon Los Rodeos Airport in Tenerife, Canary Islands, at 2:00 PM. Two fully loaded jumbo jets are on the runway, the result of air traffic being diverted from another airport due to an explosion. Within three hours, 583 people will perish in the resulting disaster. This film recounts the events that unfolded before the tragedy.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 26
Mothers of Fukushima: Eiko & YoshikoMovie · 2016 · 95mEiko Kanno, a 79-year-old grandmother, has had her life upended by the Fukushima nuclear disaster that forced the evacuation of her entire village. She now lives alone in temporary housing, longing for time with her grandchildren. The most important people in her changed life are her family, particularly Yoshiko Kanno, who lost her parents in the evacuation and now lives next door. They find solace in each other, sharing jokes and laughter like a comedic duo, and have now chosen to live together. - 27
Airport '77Movie · 1977 · 114m · Action, Adventure, DramaFlight 23 experiences a disastrous hijacking and crashes into the Bermuda Triangle. Stranded underwater in their sinking plane, the passengers are trapped at a depth of 200 feet. As time runs out, they must work together to execute a risky rescue plan while battling dwindling oxygen, slow leaks, and the growing fear of the unknown. Facing physical and emotional limits, the survivors confront overwhelming odds in this intense thriller about courage, resilience, and the power of human connection.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 28
Supervolcano: Yellowstone's FuryMovie · 2013 · 43mFor over a century, millions have been drawn to the stunning landscapes of Yellowstone National Park. But hidden beneath this beauty is a powerful force. Yellowstone sits atop one of the planet's largest volcanic systems, which has erupted roughly every 600,000 years for the past two million. The last major eruption was 640,000 years ago. Is another eruption inevitable? Disturbing signs suggest it might be. *Supervolcano: Yellowstone's Fury* explores the devastating global impact of such an event – the largest natural disaster in recorded history. NYU Earth Scientist Michael Rampino warns that an eruption like Yellowstone could end civilization as we know it. Experts agree the question isn't *if*, but *when*: University of Toronto geologist John Westgate states plainly, "There will be a very large-scale supervolcanic eruption from Yellowstone. That's a fact."IMDb 7.5TMDB 5.0 - 29
The IcebreakerMovie · 2016 · 120m · Action, Adventure, DramaIn 1985, the Russian polar icebreaker "Mikhail Gromov" discovers a massive iceberg. While trying to escape bad weather, the ship collides with it and begins drifting with the ice along the Amundsen Sea coast. The "Gromov" crew faces 133 days of polar night, desperately searching for a way out of their icy predicament. With no margin for error, a single mistake could mean crushing by the ice.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 30
Earthquake in New YorkMovie · 1998 · 87mA police officer is hunting a dangerous serial killer. His wife and children are somewhere in the city as the hunt unfolds. Suddenly, a devastating earthquake strikes the city.IMDb 4.2TMDB 5.5 - 31
War of the WorldsMovie · 2005 · 117m · Adventure, Thriller, Science FictionRay Ferrier, a divorced dockworker struggling with fatherhood, has a rare weekend visit from his teenage son and young daughter, arranged by his ex-wife and her new husband. Their visit coincides with an unusual and intense lightning storm.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 32
Voyage of TerrorMovie · 1998 · 89mDuring a cruise, a disease researcher finds herself facing a terrifying crisis when a virus similar to Ebola breaks out among the passengers and crew.IMDb 4.3TMDB 3.8 - 33
The Perfect StormMovie · 2000 · 130m · Drama, Adventure, ActionIn October 1991, a powerful storm formed in the North Atlantic due to unusual weather patterns. The sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail was caught in the storm.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 34
752 Is Not a NumberMovie · 2022 · 98mIn January 2020, Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 crashed shortly after departing Iranian airspace, killing all 176 people on board, including many Iranian Canadians. For weeks, Iranian authorities strongly denied responsibility, though other governments and organizations believed the plane was shot down by the Iranian military – a claim later acknowledged by the Iranian government. The reasons for the downing of the plane, and even why it departed given regional tensions, remain unclear.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.0 - 35
Forgotten Tragedy: The Story of the St. Francis DamMovie · 2018 · 74mThis film explores the early history of Los Angeles and the city's growing need for water. As demand increased, ambitious projects were undertaken, ultimately leading to a devastating disaster largely forgotten by history. The story examines the events of this tragedy, the role of William Mulholland in the city’s water development, and how the lessons learned then remain relevant to our current infrastructure challenges.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.0 - 36
Nature Unleashed: VolcanoMovie · 2005 · 90mJournalist Russell Woods is reporting on a volcanic eruption when tragedy strikes – his wife is killed. Devastated, he journeys to the Italian village where she grew up. There, he encounters Angela, a young girl the villagers believe is cursed. Ignoring their warnings, Russell feels drawn to her, sensing a connection between her strange behavior and his wife's death. As inexplicable events unfold, Russell discovers a supernatural presence has invaded the village, and Angela holds the key to it all.IMDb 3.6TMDB 5.6 - 37
ArmageddonMovie · 1998 · 151m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionWhen a large asteroid is on a collision course with Earth, NASA administrator Dan Truman believes the only solution is to drill into it and detonate a nuclear weapon. He hires the best deep-core driller in the business, Harry Stamper, for the perilous space mission – on the condition that Stamper can bring his own experienced crew. Stamper is particularly skeptical of A.J., whom he feels isn't capable of being with his daughter, but the mission will challenge his assumptions.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 38
Shimana PeriyeMovie · 1977 · 117mA powerful cyclone forces a wealthy woman and a working-class man to seek refuge on a remote island.IMDb 8.2TMDB 0.5 - 39
Last Days on EarthMovie · 2006 · 80mWhat does the future hold? This documentary uses visual effects to depict potential doomsday scenarios, including asteroid impacts, black holes, and global pandemics. It examines seven possible events that could lead to humanity's extinction. Interviews with leading scientists explore how we are preparing for these catastrophes and what efforts are underway to ensure the survival of future generations.IMDb 7.3TMDB 5.2 - 40
The Ominous HouseMovie · 1979 · 131mFollowing the devastating famine of 1943, a destitute family journeys back to their village from Dhaka. The film depicts their arduous existence throughout World War II.IMDb 8.7TMDB 6.5 - 41
Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love CanalMovie · 2024 · 112mPoisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal recounts the powerful story of everyday women who bravely fought for their families' well-being. In the late 1970s, residents of Love Canal, a working-class community near Niagara Falls, New York, learned their homes, schools, and playgrounds were built on a former chemical waste site. Toxic substances from the leaking dump were harming their health. The film features interviews with these remarkable women, who transformed into activists and successfully challenged those in authority. They forced the nation to confront the consequences of unchecked industry and sparked a grassroots movement that led to the creation of the landmark Superfund Bill.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0 - 42
Fukushima: Is Nuclear Power Safe?Movie · 2011Six months after the Fukushima nuclear plant explosions and radiation release, Professor Jim Al-Khalili investigates the safety of nuclear power. He starts in Japan, meeting many of the tens of thousands evacuated from the exclusion zone. He visits a deserted village near the zone to observe a nuclear cleanup. Drawing on recent scientific research from Japan and Chernobyl, Jim explores the potential dangers of radiation release and its impact on our faith in nuclear energy.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 43
VolcanoMovie · 1997 · 104m · Science Fiction, Action, DramaAn earthquake splits Los Angeles, unleashing lava and triggering a volcano in the La Brea Tar Pits. The director of the city's emergency management service must team up with a geologist, using every resource available, to stop the disaster from destroying the city. This story follows their desperate race against time to save Los Angeles from fiery destruction, highlighting human resilience and ingenuity.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 44
Tornado!Movie · 1996 · 89mAn accountant is assigned to assess a tornado research project, and the scientist leading the project finds himself chasing both tornadoes and the accountant.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.7 - 45
SpyMovie · 2015 · 120m · Action, Comedy, CrimeA CIA analyst who works primarily at a desk volunteers for an undercover mission. The goal: to infiltrate the organization of a dangerous arms dealer and stop a catastrophic global event.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 46
The RescueMovie · 2021 · 107m · Documentary, DramaThis is the true story of the incredible rescue of twelve boys and their coach who were trapped in a flooded cave in Northern Thailand in 2018. The world watched as a daring operation unfolded to bring them home safely.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.0 - 47
Alone in FukushimaMovie · 2014 · 98m"Alone in Fukushima" is a documentary film following Naoto Matsumura, who chose to stay in the Fukushima nuclear exclusion zone with animals. - 48
Project SilenceMovie · 2024 · 96m · Thriller, Action, HorrorSevere weather drastically reduces visibility on the Airport Bridge, trapping people and raising the risk of the bridge collapsing due to multiple collisions and explosions. During the chaos, Echo, a canine subject from the secret military experiment "Project Silence," escapes. Suddenly, all remaining people become targets of relentless attacks.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.9 - 49
Czech DreamMovie · 2004 · 90m · Documentary, CrimeTwo students at the Czech Film Academy hire a top advertising agency to create a massive marketing campaign for a brand-new supermarket called Czech Dream. The catch? The supermarket is entirely fictional. The campaign spans radio, television, posters, flyers showcasing fake products, a promotional song, a website, and print ads. Will the public buy into the illusion and attend the grand opening?IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 50
LA ApocalypseMovie · 2014 · 80mFor 5 billion years, Earth's core has functioned like a massive nuclear reactor. Now, it's overheating, threatening a catastrophic meltdown. The planet is fracturing, and pressure is building beneath Los Angeles. Following a mass evacuation, Calvin Crawford is among the few remaining, desperately searching for his fiancée, Ashley Pace, who has been kidnapped. As LA becomes increasingly unstable, Calvin must find a way to rescue Ashley and escape before the city is destroyed.IMDb 2.8TMDB 4.5 - 51
The CoreMovie · 2003 · 136m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ThrillerDr. Josh Keyes, a geophysicist, discovers that an unknown force has stopped the Earth's inner core from rotating. As the planet's magnetic field weakens rapidly, the atmosphere begins to disintegrate, leading to widespread disaster. To fix the crisis, Keyes and a team of top scientists journey into the Earth's core with a mission: to detonate a device that will restart the core's rotation.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.8 - 52
Lava StormMovie · 2008 · 92mLori and John Wilson, who work at an emergency response center, struggle to survive the first lava storms while trying to save John's father and their two teenage children. They must also find a way to slow the advance of the lava storms, hoping to buy humanity time to solve this disaster and protect the planet.IMDb 2.6TMDB 4.9 - 53
Nature Unleashed: AvalancheMovie · 2004 · 88mHigh in the Ural Mountains of Russia, on a remote glacier, Thom Cussler and his brother Jock, two Americans seeking opportunity in the country's emerging economy, run a struggling snowmobile tour business. They offer extreme winter adventures to tourists. During a tour, a massive snowslide suddenly occurs, and only Thom and Jock’s skill saves them. The small village of Dubroz far below is not so fortunate; an avalanche devastates it, crashing into buildings and burying the village.IMDb 3.7TMDB 3.4 - 54
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 - 55
Tracing the Gray SummerMovie · 2001 · 85mThis animated film recounts the 1976 Seveso disaster, which occurred north of Milan, Italy.IMDb 7.3 - 56
Children of ChernobylMovie · 1991 · 50mMothers and doctors share their experiences of the difficult years following the Chernobyl disaster. Doctors observed a significant rise in childhood illnesses like recurring infections and baldness, along with an increase in leukemia and other cancers.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.0 - 57
Finding EdenMovie · 2017 · 75mThe planet is ravaged by catastrophic events, leaving the surviving humans to struggle for existence amidst widespread devastation.IMDb 4.5 - 58
White NoiseMovie · 2022 · 136m · Comedy, DramaJack Gladney, a professor specializing in Hitler studies, lives with his wife Babette and their four children. His life is disrupted when a chemical spill creates a toxic air event, forcing Jack to face his deepest fear: dying.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.6 - 59
ThirstMovie · 1998 · 120mA newly arrived chemical engineer faces a daunting challenge when a dangerous new strain of Cryptosporidium contaminates the town's water. People who drink the water are dying from dehydration. The engineer must find a way to eliminate the threat.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.4 - 60
The Shock DoctrineMovie · 2009 · 82m · DocumentaryThis film examines the concept of "disaster capitalism," inspired by Naomi Klein's theory that modern capitalism thrives on crises like natural disasters, wars, and terrorism to gain power.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 61
Earth's Final HoursMovie · 2011 · 84m · Science Fiction, TV MovieWhen debris from a collapsed white hole strikes Earth, the planet's rotation is severely disrupted. A team of government agents must find a lost satellite network – humanity’s last chance to survive.IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.3 - 62
FloodMovie · 2007 · 110m · Drama, Action, ThrillerThe Flood depicts an impending disaster. A powerful storm meets high tides, triggering a massive tidal surge that relentlessly moves up England's East Coast and into the Thames Estuary. The surge breaches the defenses, flooding London with overwhelming water. The lives of millions of Londoners hang in the balance.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.3 - 63
Sink HoleMovie · 2013 · 90mA sinkhole opens up and swallows a town, leaving a school bus full of students trapped deep underground. The bus is precariously hanging from the side of the hole, held up by a broken pipe. With all the adults injured and alone, the teenagers must fight to survive, their situation becoming increasingly desperate. Their only chance is a local paramedic who must confront his own history to pull them out.IMDb 3.0TMDB 5.0 - 64
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered CountryMovie · 1991 · 110m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureThis science fiction story follows two long-time enemies as they approach a historic peace summit after years of war. The Federation and the Klingon Empire are exhausted but hopeful for a new era of tranquility. But when a Klingon ship is severely damaged, seemingly by the Federation starship Enterprise, the fragile peace is shattered. This event ignites suspicion and fear on both sides, threatening to restart the conflict. The encounter may be their most dangerous yet, with the potential to create an alliance or destroy any hope for peace.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 65
City Beneath the SeaMovie · 1971 · 93mIn the 21st century, a community lives in the underwater city of Pacifica, initially built for scientific research. The U.S. government now intends to store its gold reserves from Fort Knox and a powerful new radioactive element there. Meanwhile, the brother of Pacifica's former commander plots to steal these assets. Adding to their troubles, the city is threatened by an asteroid impact.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.2 - 66
San AndreasMovie · 2015 · 114m · Action, Drama, ThrillerFollowing a devastating earthquake in California, a rescue helicopter pilot undertakes a perilous flight across the state to find and save his estranged daughter.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 67
The Chain ReactionMovie · 1980 · 92m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerA nuclear accident at an Australian plant has devastating effects on a local worker and a determined woman. Exposed to radiation from the spill, the worker finds refuge with the resourceful woman, who realizes they possess critical information. They team up to warn their community about the danger, facing perilous journeys and obstacles as they race against time to alert authorities about the contaminated zone and prevent further harm. This story explores courage, teamwork, and the repercussions of environmental negligence.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.5 - 68
Miracle LandingMovie · 1990 · 85mIn 1988, a passenger plane flying over Hawaii suffers a mid-air breach of its fuselage, necessitating an emergency landing. The story is based on a true event.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 69
Behzat Ç.: Ankara Is on FireMovie · 2013 · 97m · Action, Adventure, CrimeWith Behzat Ç. gone, Superintendent Himmet becomes the new head of the Murder Bureau. Following the impactful murder of the Minister of Interior, Himmet sees an opportunity and asks his team to assist the counter-terrorism bureau.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.5 - 70
Holding PatternsMovie · 2017 · 87mA plane crash has widespread consequences across America, profoundly impacting countless individuals.IMDb 7.3 - 71
The BravestMovie · 2019 · 118m · Drama, ActionThis film tells the story of firefighters who bravely battle a major fire at an oil refinery in Dalian. Inspired by true events, it follows their heroic efforts to contain the blaze.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.2 - 72
Cooked: Survival by Zip CodeMovie · 2019 · 79mJudith Helfand's powerful film examines the political dimensions of disaster, focusing on the deadly 1995 Chicago heat wave that claimed 739 lives. The majority of those who died were Black residents of the city's most impoverished areas.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.5 - 73
Disaster CapitalismMovie · 2018 · 52mThis documentary exposes the hidden workings of the global aid and investment system. It explores the intricate connections between governments, corporations, and local leaders across the world, revealing the complex web of interests at play. The film provides an unprecedented look into this multi-billion dollar industry by examining how aid money is actually used.IMDb 7.6TMDB 8.7 - 74
The HindenburgMovie · 1975 · 125m · History, Thriller, DramaColonel Franz Ritter is responsible for protecting the Hindenburg airship as its security chief. He must identify a saboteur hiding among the passengers and crew during the zeppelin's final journey. The film blends suspenseful espionage with the growing sense of disaster as the Hindenburg prepares to land. Ritter uses his intelligence and instincts to find the enemy before it's too late.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 75
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 - 76
Days of FuryMovie · 1980 · 90m · DocumentaryEco Mondo, a 1980 documentary narrated by Vincent Price, presents a stark vision of a possible apocalyptic future. Using Price's distinctive voice and powerful footage of natural disasters, the film examines the potential environmental catastrophes facing humanity if we don't act quickly. The disturbing visuals underscore the consequences of our choices, prompting viewers to consider their responsibility in protecting the planet for the future. Eco Mondo is a chilling and thought-provoking film that remains relevant today.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.4 - 77
FearlessMovie · 1993 · 122m · DramaFollowing a devastating plane crash, Max Klein is profoundly changed. He battles to readjust to life and his emotions, trying to reconnect with his wife Laura, but increasingly feels distant and detached. Psychologist Bill Perlman tries to guide him, but Max remains withdrawn. A turning point arrives with Carla Rodrigo, another crash survivor struggling with grief over the loss of her baby. Sharing a similar trauma, Carla helps Max find connection and understanding. The story explores themes of survival, loss, and the strength of the human spirit.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 78
Gray Lady DownMovie · 1978 · 111m · Thriller, Drama, ActionA submarine crew aboard the USS Neptune faces a desperate fight for survival after a collision with a Norwegian cargo ship off the coast of Connecticut. With the submarine damaged and time running out, the U.S. Navy must launch a dangerous rescue mission to save the trapped sailors.
The film depicts the immense difficulties of underwater rescue operations, battling against tight deadlines and unpredictable ocean conditions. It highlights the bravery, teamwork, and determination of both the submariners and their rescuers as they race to bring everyone home safely. The story explores the physical, emotional, and psychological strain of these high-pressure situations, focusing on the lives of those risking everything for each other.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 79
Fukushima: A Nuclear StoryMovie · 2015 · 84mThis documentary offers a revealing look at the aftermath of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan, focusing on the events at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. Filmed from March 11th, 2011, to March 2015, it sheds light on what transpired there.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 80
Wild FireMovie · 2003 · 93mReal estate executives Jack Del Rio and Sy Richards try to persuade animal-loving Carol Tanner to sell her safari and animal retirement ranch, Wild Land, which she operates with her sister Ballad since their parents' death. Jack hires a firm to release a tiger named Caesar, then attempts to incite a scandal by starting a forest fire and releasing all the animals, while restraining Carol. Ballad’s boyfriend, Kennedy, a fire captain, and his team work to contain the blaze. Sheriff Drake Donovan and Ballad then drug and capture wild animals. The arson is discovered, but the perpetrators have more plans.IMDb 4.3TMDB 2.7 - 81
Savagely, silenceMovie · 2017 · 20mDecember 21, 2015. A camera inside building two of the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant captured an image of a fox. This film-essay explores contemporary Japan in the years following the March 2011 earthquake. - 82
Disaster Zone: Volcano in New YorkMovie · 2006 · 120mA secret experiment goes wrong, unexpectedly opening a hidden magma chamber deep beneath Manhattan.IMDb 3.4TMDB 5.8 - 83
BubbleMovie · 2022 · 101m · Animation, Adventure, Science FictionTokyo is transformed by strange bubbles and unpredictable gravity. There, a young man with extraordinary abilities encounters a mysterious girl, changing his life forever.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.3 - 84
Cold ZoneMovie · 2017 · 85m · Science Fiction, AdventureAn unprecedented storm is approaching, its intensity beyond anything imaginable. A single family is caught in its path, forced to fight for survival. There's nowhere to escape the danger.IMDb 3.7TMDB 4.7 - 85
The 12 Disasters of ChristmasMovie · 2012 · 86m · TV Movie, Action, Science FictionSet during the holiday season, this film links the ancient Mayan prophecy of global destruction in 2012 with the familiar Christmas carol, "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Hope lies with a father who discovers his daughter is the "Chosen One," uniquely able to prevent disaster. However, he must protect her from a panicked community that blames her for their impending doom.IMDb 3.7TMDB 4.5 - 86
Into the StormMovie · 2014 · 89m · Action, ThrillerSilverton wakes to an ordinary day, unaware of the chaos about to unfold. An unexpected and intense tornado outbreak quickly devastates the town. With more storms predicted, residents scramble for safety while storm chasers rush towards the danger, seeking to document the rare event.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1 - 87
CycloneMovie · 1978 · 118mDuring a storm, a plane crashes into the ocean, and a small group of survivors find a tour boat. Adrift at sea, they face dwindling supplies of food and water under the scorching sun. Desperate, the survivors turn to cannibalism to survive. Their grim situation is interrupted by rescue planes, but the sharks are also drawn to the scene.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.1 - 88
Tidal Wave: No EscapeMovie · 1997 · 90mA disillusioned retired scientist is reluctantly pulled back into his field to explain the sudden increase in devastating tidal waves that are destroying coastal areas. As he investigates, he must confront a disturbing possibility: could he himself be responsible for the catastrophe?IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.9 - 89
AftershockMovie · 2012 · 89m · Horror, ThrillerA group of tourists are caught in a Chilean town when an earthquake strikes. The event unleashes chaos and leads to fatalities.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.2 - 90
Nuclear NationMovie · 2012 · 145mFollowing the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, the residents of Futaba, a town in Fukushima Prefecture, are moved to an abandoned high school in a suburb of Tokyo, 150 miles away. Filmmaker Atsushi Funahashi observes the displaced community as they try to adjust to their new lives with sensitivity and clarity. The film highlights compelling individuals, including the town mayor, who feels like a leader without a home, and a farmer determined to protect his livestock from starvation, even if it means opposing the authorities.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.5 - 91
MeteorMovie · 1979 · 107m · Science Fiction, Thriller, ActionA massive asteroid fragment is on a collision course with Earth, threatening humanity's existence. NASA races to find a way to change its path, turning to "Hercules," a secret nuclear weapon satellite with enough power to do the job. But Hercules isn't enough. Faced with a global crisis, NASA must team up with the Soviets, who have their own secret satellite. With time running out, the film explores the tense negotiations between the superpowers and whether they can overcome their differences to save the world.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.1 - 92
Gimli Glider: 30 Years LaterMovie · 2014 · 46mReg Sherren returns to the people and locations central to the Gimli Glider event in July 1983. - 93
The Atomic CafeMovie · 1982 · 86m · Documentary, HistoryFollowing World War II and the U.S. development of nuclear weapons, the government made propaganda films in the 1940s and 1950s to ease public anxiety. Combining factual information with speculation and stories, these films tried to assure Americans that the atomic bomb was secure and protected them. Using powerful imagery and carefully crafted narratives, the government aimed to build confidence in its control of this new weapon, even as it worried about the future. This collection reveals how a nation grappled with nuclear power during a time of major change.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 94
Fire!Movie · 1977 · 97mThis Irwin Allen production features a star-studded cast and spectacular special effects as it vividly portrays the terrifying beauty of an intense forest fire. The story follows a lumber mill owner (Ernest Borgnine), a widowed lodge operator (Vera Miles), a teacher leading a class, (Donna Mills) a country doctor (Lloyd Nolan), a couple (Patty Duke Astin and Alex Cord) whose relationship strengthens while fighting the fire, and escaping convicts (Neville Brand and Erik Estrada) who exploit the chaos. Similar to Allen's other popular films like *The Poseidon Adventure* and *The Towering Inferno*, *Fire* is full of suspense and excitement.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.9 - 95
MoonfallMovie · 2022 · 131m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionAn unknown power dislodges the moon, sending it on a path to collide with Earth.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.3 - 96
Innocent SaturdayMovie · 2011 · 99mFleeing the devastation of the Chernobyl disaster, a group of friends and bandmates desperately seek refuge.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.9 - 97
BugMovie · 1975 · 99m · Science Fiction, Horror, MysteryA quiet small town is devastated when an earthquake unleashes a swarm of mutant cockroaches with the ability to start fires. Panic spreads as the relentless creatures destroy buildings and homes.
Scientist James Parmiter investigates, discovering a sinister plot behind the cockroaches' release – a plot that threatens global security.
As fires rage, Parmiter races against time to stop the insects and expose those responsible. The story reveals the dangers of nature combined with human interference, as the townspeople fight their unseen enemies in this suspenseful narrative.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.3 - 98
Sinking of the Lusitania: Terror at SeaMovie · 2007 · 90mIn 1915, the Lusitania, a British ocean liner, is torpedoed off the coast of Ireland and sinks. The story recounts the event from multiple viewpoints: Professor Holbourn, a passenger aboard; the German U-boat captain and his crew; and other passengers, crew members, and staff at the British Admiralty.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 99
Search for the MothmanMovie · 2002 · 44m"Search For The Mothman" documents the unusual events surrounding the Mothman, a creature first reported in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s. Sightings and strange occurrences intensified, with many locals sharing a recurring nightmare of a river disaster. On December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge collapsed into the Ohio River, resulting in 46 deaths; many of the victims had reported seeing the Mothman. Remarkably, sightings ceased after the bridge collapse.IMDb 6.7TMDB 1.0 - 100
Don't Look UpMovie · 2021 · 138m · Comedy, Science FictionTwo astronomers embark on a media tour to alert humanity about a planet-destroying comet on a collision course with Earth. The global reaction, however, is largely indifferent.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1