War of the Worlds
Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.
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Streaming now in the United States on Apple TV, HBO Max, Paramount Plus Premium, MGM Plus, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and Starz Apple TV channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about War of the Worlds
Where can I watch War of the Worlds in the United States?
War of the Worlds is available to stream on Apple TV, HBO Max, Paramount Plus Premium, MGM Plus, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and Starz Apple TV channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is War of the Worlds on Apple TV?
Yes. War of the Worlds is streaming on Apple TV in the United States, alongside HBO Max, Paramount Plus Premium, MGM Plus, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and Starz Apple TV channel.
Can I watch War of the Worlds for free?
War of the Worlds streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Xumo Play. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds stars Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Miranda Otto, Justin Chatwin, and Tim Robbins. Steven Spielberg is the director.
How long is War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds runs 1h 57m (117 minutes).
When did War of the Worlds come out?
War of the Worlds was released on June 28, 2005.
Which studio made War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds was produced by Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures, and Amblin Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds was made on a budget of $132,000,000.
How much did War of the Worlds make at the box office?
War of the Worlds grossed $603,873,119 worldwide, against a budget of $132,000,000.
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.