Independence Day
1996, English. Directed by Roland Emmerich.
The question of whether or not we are alone in the universe has been answered.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 10,868 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Independence Day
Independence Day is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Roland EmmerichDirector
- Will SmithCapt. Steven Hiller
- Bill PullmanPresident Thomas J. Whitmore
- Jeff GoldblumDavid Levinson
- Mary McDonnellMarilyn Whitmore
- Judd HirschJulius Levinson
- Robert LoggiaGeneral William Grey
- Randy QuaidRussell Casse
- Margaret ColinConstance Spano
- James RebhornAlbert Nimzicki
- Harvey FiersteinMarty Gilbert
- Adam BaldwinMajor Mitchell
- Brent SpinerDr. Brackish Okun
Details
- Released
- 2 July 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Roland Emmerich, Dean Devlin
- Budget
- $75M
- Box office
- $817M
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Independence Day: quick answers
Is Independence Day worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 10,868 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Independence Day?
Independence Day runs 145 minutes (2h 25m).
Does Independence Day have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Independence Day. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Independence Day parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Independence Day is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Independence Day on?
Independence Day is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Independence Day?
If you liked Independence Day, try Star Trek Into Darkness, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Who directed Independence Day?
Independence Day (1996) was directed by Roland Emmerich and stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum.