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The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
A representative of an alien race that went through drastic evolution to survive its own climate change, Klaatu comes to Earth to assess whether humanity can prevent the environmental damage they have inflicted on their own planet. When barred from speaking to the United Nations, he decides humankind shall be exterminated so the planet can survive.
Cast
Keanu Reevesas Klaatu
Jennifer Connellyas Helen Benson
Jaden Smithas Jacob Benson
Jon Hammas Michael Granier
Kathy Batesas Regina Jackson
John Cleeseas Professor Barnhardt
Kyle Chandleras John Driscoll
Robert Knepperas Colonel
Brandon T. Jacksonas Target Tech
James Hongas Mr. Wu
Jake McLaughlinas Soldier
John Rothmanas Dr. Myron
Sunita Prasadas Rouhani
Juan Riedingeras William Kwan
Facts
| Release date | December 10, 2008 |
| Runtime | 104 min (1h 44m) โ about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama, Science-fiction |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $80,000,000 |
| Box office | $233,093,859 (2.9ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0970416 |
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Questions
How long is The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is The Day the Earth Stood Still worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.7/10 across 3,894 votes, which places it #191 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 13%) and #2153 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still was directed by Scott Derrickson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Gorge (2025), The Black Phone (2022), Doctor Strange (2016).
Who stars in The Day the Earth Stood Still?
Keanu Reeves as Klaatu; Jennifer Connelly as Helen Benson; Jaden Smith as Jacob Benson; Jon Hamm as Michael Granier; Kathy Bates as Regina Jackson; John Cleese as Professor Barnhardt.
What is The Day the Earth Stood Still rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Day the Earth Stood Still?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3608.