War of the Worlds is a 2005 science fiction film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on H.G. Wells' classic 1898 novel of the same name. The film stars Tom Cruise in the lead role and is set in contemporary times, updating the story from the original Victorian-era setting.
Plot
The film begins with Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise), a divorced dockworker, who is tasked with looking after his two children, Robbie (Justin Chatwin) and Rachel (Dakota Fanning), for the weekend. As they struggle with their strained relationship, a series of strange events unfolds.
Mysterious tripods, piloted by extraterrestrial beings, suddenly emerge from the ground and launch a devastating and highly coordinated attack on Earth. The tripods unleash powerful energy weapons that destroy cities and disintegrate humans, causing widespread panic and chaos.
Ray and his children embark on a perilous journey to escape the destructive invasion and find safety. Along the way, they witness the horrors of the war of the worlds, encounter other survivors, and face numerous challenges as they attempt to reunite with Ray's ex-wife and find refuge.
The film explores themes of survival, family bonds, and the overwhelming fear and uncertainty that would arise in the face of an alien invasion. Tom Cruise's character evolves from an uninvolved father into a protective and determined figure as he does whatever it takes to keep his children safe.
War of the Worlds is known for its intense and suspenseful sequences, as well as its cutting-edge special effects that depict the chaos and destruction caused by the alien invaders. The film is a modern retelling of H.G. Wells' classic tale, adapted to reflect the anxieties and technology of the 21st century.
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Cast
- Tom Cruise as Ray Ferrier
- Dakota Fanning as Rachel Ferrier
- Miranda Otto as Mary Ann Ferrier
- Tim Robbins as Harlan Ogilvy
- Justin Chatwin as Robbie Ferrier
- Rick Gonzalez as Vincent
- Yul Vázquez as Julio
- Lenny Venito as Manny The Mechanic
- Lisa Ann Walter as Sheryl
- Ann Robinson as Grandmother (she played the lead role of Sylvia van Buren in the 1953 film)
Gene Barry as Grandfather (he played the lead role of Dr. Clayton Forrester in the 1953 film) - David Alan Basche as Tim
- Roz Abrams as Herself
- Camillia Sanes as News Producer
- Amy Ryan as Neighbor With Toddler
- David Harbour as Dock Worker
- Danny Hoch as Policeman
- Morgan Freeman as The Narrator (voice)
- Dee Bradley Baker as Alien Vocals (uncredited)
- Columbus Short as Soldier
- Daniel Franzese as National Guardsman
- Channing Tatum as The Boy In The Church
Director: Steven Spielberg
Writers: Josh Friedman, David Koepp
Box Office Gross: $603,873,119
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Genre: action adventure Sci-Fi
Release Date: June 29, 2005