War of the Worlds (2005)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Paramount+ and Hulu🛡️ Older teens 13+
📖 Story
A broken father gets a second chance at redemption when an inexplicable storm tears through his city, revealing an otherworldly invasion that will test every measure of his devotion. War of the Worlds forces him to abandon everything familiar and navigate a devastated landscape with only his two children and an unwavering determination to see them survive. As humanity crumbles around him, his past failures become irrelevant—all that matters is the bond he must fight to protect in humanity's darkest hour.
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Suspense
82
Strong recommendation
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a pulled-tight experience that keeps feeding you clues and pressure as the picture slowly clears.
Questions keep it movingBuilds tension through reveal
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
📌 MPAA
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
Runtime
117 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorSteven Spielberg
WritingH. G. WellsDavid KoeppJosh Friedman
CastTom CruiseDakota FanningJustin ChatwinMiranda OttoTim Robbins
ProductionColin WilsonKathleen KennedyDamian CollierPaula Wagner
MusicJohn WilliamsArmen KsajikianPeter Myles
CinematographyJanusz KamińskiTimmy CruzLee McLaughlin
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✨Availability Snapshot16 offers
War of the Worlds is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Paramount+ and Hulu.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🚀Blockbuster4.57x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
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Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 4.57x📈 ROI: +357%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$132M132 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$603.9M603.9 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$471.9M+471.9 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
4.57x4.57x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $132M • Revenue: $603.9M • Commercial gap: +$471.9M ROI +357%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Tom Cruise
Ray Ferrier
Dakota Fanning
Rachel Ferrier
Justin Chatwin
Robbie Ferrier
Miranda Otto
Mary-Ann
Tim Robbins
Harlan Ogilvy
Rick Gonzalez
Vincent
Yul Vazquez
Julio
Lenny Venito
Manny the Mechanic
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Lisa Ann Walter
Bartender
Ann Robinson
Grandmother
Gene Barry
Grandfather
David Alan Basche
Tim
Roz Abrams
Herself
Camillia Monet
News Producer
Director: Steven Spielberg
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch War of the Worlds?
The film is available on three streaming platforms: Prime Video, Hulu, and Paramount+. You can choose whichever platform is available to you for instant viewing.
2Is War of the Worlds suitable for children?
The film is a thriller and sci-fi action film with intense scenes, so it's recommended to check the local age rating before letting children watch it, as it contains material that may be frightening for younger viewers.
3What is the duration of the film?
The film runs for 117 minutes (1 hour and 57 minutes).
4Who directed War of the Worlds?
The film was directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 2005. It stars Tom Cruise and Dakota Fanning alongside other cast members.
5What is the main theme of the film's story?
The film centers on a dock worker living a routine life far from his children. During an ordinary weekend, a catastrophe strikes when a strange electrical storm descends on the city, turning his life into a nightmare.
6What genre is the film?
The film is an adventure, thriller, and sci-fi film that combines intense action with fantastical elements to deliver a suspenseful cinematic experience.
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