The War of the Worlds
Mighty panorama of Earth-shaking fury as an army from Mars invades!
The residents of a small town are excited when a flaming meteor lands in the hills, until they discover it is the first of many transport devices from Mars bringing an army of invaders invincible to any man-made weapon, even the atomic bomb.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The War of the Worlds
- Genres: Science Fiction, Action
- Release Date: 1953-08-13
- Runtime: 85 minutes
- Rating: 6.806/10 (650 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $2,000,000
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.013
- Languages: English, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Gene Barry
as Dr. Clayton Forrester
Ann Robinson
as Sylvia Van Buren
Lewis Martin
as Pastor Dr. Matthew Collins
Les Tremayne
as Maj. Gen. Mann
Frank Kreig
as Fiddler Hawkins (uncredited)
Vernon Rich
as Col. Ralph Heffner
Sandro Giglio
as Dr. Bilderbeck
Ann Codee
as Dr. Duprey (uncredited)
Robert Cornthwaite
as Dr. Pryor (as Bob Cornthwaite)
Cedric Hardwicke
as Commentary (voice) (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke)
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Trailers & Clips
The War of the Worlds (1953) Original Trailer [HD]
Rick Baker on WAR OF THE WORLDS
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War of the Worlds?▼
The War of the Worlds is a Science Fiction, Action movie directed by . It was released on 1953-08-13.
Who are the main actors in The War of the Worlds?▼
The main cast includes Gene Barry, Ann Robinson, Lewis Martin, Les Tremayne, Frank Kreig, .
Where can I watch The War of the Worlds online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The War of the Worlds is available.
Is The War of the Worlds based on a true story?▼
Mighty panorama of Earth-shaking fury as an army from Mars invades!
What is the IMDb rating of The War of the Worlds?▼
The War of the Worlds has an IMDb rating of 6.806/10 based on 650 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The War of the Worlds?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $2,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The War of the Worlds?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The War of the Worlds filmed?▼
The War of the Worlds was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The War of the Worlds?▼
The total runtime of The War of the Worlds is 85 minutes.
Is The War of the Worlds suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The War of the Worlds?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The War of the Worlds.
Does The War of the Worlds have a post-credit scene?▼
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