The Day the Earth Stood Still
2008, English. Directed by Scott Derrickson.
We thought the Earth was ours. We were wrong.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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- Scott DerricksonDirector
- Keanu ReevesKlaatu
- Jennifer ConnellyHelen Benson
- Jaden SmithJacob Benson
- Jon HammMichael Granier
- Kathy BatesRegina Jackson
- John CleeseProfessor Barnhardt
- Kyle ChandlerJohn Driscoll
- Robert KnepperColonel
- Brandon T. JacksonTarget Tech
- James HongMr. Wu
- Jake McLaughlinSoldier
- John RothmanDr. Myron
Details
- Released
- 10 December 2008
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- David Scarpa
- Budget
- $80M
- Box office
- $233M
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What The Day the Earth Stood Still is based on
The Day the Earth Stood Still is based on The Day the Earth Stood Still, a 1951 film and Farewell to the Master (1940) by Harry Bates.
Film · 1951
The Day the Earth Stood Still
1940
Farewell to the Master
By Harry Bates
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The Day the Earth Stood Still: quick answers
Is The Day the Earth Stood Still worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 3,936 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Day the Earth Stood Still have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Day the Earth Stood Still. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Day the Earth Stood Still parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Day the Earth Stood Still is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Day the Earth Stood Still on?
The Day the Earth Stood Still isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Day the Earth Stood Still?
If you liked The Day the Earth Stood Still, try The Day the Earth Stood Still, 2073, Monsters.
Who directed The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) was directed by Scott Derrickson and stars Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith.
What is The Day the Earth Stood Still based on?
The Day the Earth Stood Still is based on The Day the Earth Stood Still, a 1951 film and Farewell to the Master (1940) by Harry Bates.