The Day the Earth Stood Still 2008
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatA 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Klaatu
as Helen Benson
as Jacob Benson
as Michael Granier
as Regina Jackson
as Professor Barnhardt
as John Driscoll
as Colonel
as Target Tech
as Mr. Wu
Director:
Writer:
David Scarpa, Harry Bates
Stars:
Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith, Jon Hamm, Kathy Bates, John Cleese, Kyle Chandler, Robert Knepper, Brandon T. Jackson, James Hong,
Genres:
Drama,Science Fiction,Thriller
Release Date:
2008 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
104 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Day the Earth Stood Still
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Klaatu
as Helen Benson
as Jacob Benson
as Michael Granier
as Regina Jackson
as Professor Barnhardt
as John Driscoll
as Colonel
as Target Tech
as Mr. Wu
as Soldier
as Dr. Myron
as Rouhani
as William Kwan
as Tom
as Isabel
as Student
as Yusef
as Grossman
as Civil Engineer
as Winslow
as Sergeant
as Helicopter Scientist #1
as Helicopter Scientist #2
as Helicopter Scientist #3
as Scientist #1
as Scientist #2
as Guardswoman
as Army Sergeant
as NYPD #1
as NYPD #2
as NYPD #3
as Soldier #1
as Soldier #2
as Soldier #3
as Cop
as Medic #1
as Medic #2
as Medic #3
as Technician
as General Quinn
as Regina's Aide
as Dr. Ikegawa
as Grey Man
as Grey Man
as Military Policeman
as Polygraph Operator
as Guardsman
as Little Boy
as Train Passenger #1
as Train Passenger #2
as Arguing Evacuee
as Transit Cop
as Army Fighter Pilot #1
as Army Fighter Pilot #2
as Air Traffic Controller
as Wu's Grandson
as Army Corps Engineer Captain
as Flash Chamber Colonel
as State Trooper
as News Anchor
as Flash Chamber Engineer
as Flash Chamber Tech
as Field Commander Communications Officer
as General
as Truck Driver
as Pickup Truck Driver
as Humvee Soldier
as (voice)
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