The Day the Earth Stopped
2008, English. Directed by C. Thomas Howell.
Hundreds of massive intergalactic robots appear in all of the world's major capitals with an ultimatum: Prove the value of human civilization or be destroyed.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Day the Earth Stopped
The Day the Earth Stopped is streaming on fuboTV, FlixFling, and Midnight Pulp in India.
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- Released
- 9 December 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Shane van Dyke, Carey van Dyke, Darren Dalton
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The Day the Earth Stopped: quick answers
Is The Day the Earth Stopped worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 3.5/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Day the Earth Stopped?
The Day the Earth Stopped runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Day the Earth Stopped have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Day the Earth Stopped. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Day the Earth Stopped parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Day the Earth Stopped is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Day the Earth Stopped on?
The Day the Earth Stopped is streaming on fuboTV, FlixFling, and Midnight Pulp in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Day the Earth Stopped?
If you liked The Day the Earth Stopped, try Predator, Abduction, Slash/Back.
Who directed The Day the Earth Stopped?
The Day the Earth Stopped (2008) was directed by C. Thomas Howell and stars C. Thomas Howell, Bug Hall, Judd Nelson.