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Alien Invasion Sci-Fi movies

Hostile forces threaten humanity, driven by defense, escalation, resistance, and survival against invaders.

Independence Day

1. Independence Day

Action Adventure Science Fiction Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Military Action
7.0
19962h 25min

Overview

Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.

Themes

Unity under external threat, Collective resilience under invasion, Scientific problem solving, Patriotic mobilization, Sacrifice and resilience, Leadership under crisis

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla

2. Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla

Action Adventure Science Fiction Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Epic Action
5.8
19941h 48min

Overview

A mysterious extraterrestrial being resembling Godzilla rapidly approaches Earth. The monster, dubbed SpaceGodzilla, lands to challenge the King of the Monsters.

Themes

Alliance under pressure, Crystal fortress siege, Military tech escalation, Psychic manipulation vs autonomy, External threat containment, Urban invasion and defense

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Godzilla vs. Mothra

3. Godzilla vs. Mothra

Action Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction Epic Action
6.2
19921h 42min

Overview

Mothra's dark counterpart, Battra, emerges to eliminate humanity on behalf of the Earth. Two tiny fairies called the Cosmos offer their help by calling Mothra to battle the creature. Unfortunately a meteorite has awoken a hibernating Godzilla as a three way battle for the Earth begins.

Themes

Outsiders intrusion vs indigenous resilience, Ecological balance under threat, Corporate greed versus public welfare, Nuclear legacy and accountability, Civilian risk amid crisis, Conservation versus exploitation

Available on

Criterion Channel
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