Independence Day
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, and AMC.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Official Trailer #1
Independence Day (1996) - Trailer #2 HD 1080p
Independence Day (1996) - Teaser Trailer #2 HD 1080p
Does Independence Day (1996) Still Hold Up?
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Frequently asked questions about Independence Day
Where can I watch Independence Day in the United States?
Independence Day is available to stream on AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, and AMC in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Independence Day for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Independence Day needs a subscription to AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, and AMC, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for Independence Day?
Independence Day scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Independence Day?
Independence Day stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Mary McDonnell, and Judd Hirsch. Roland Emmerich is the director.
How long is Independence Day?
Independence Day runs 2h 25m (145 minutes).
When did Independence Day come out?
Independence Day was released on July 2, 1996.
Which studio made Independence Day?
Independence Day was produced by 20th Century Fox and Centropolis Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Independence Day?
Independence Day was made on a budget of $75,000,000.
How much did Independence Day make at the box office?
Independence Day grossed $817,400,891 worldwide, against a budget of $75,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.