The Day the Earth Stood Still
An alien and a robot land on Earth after World War II and tell mankind to be peaceful or face destruction.
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Frequently asked questions about The Day the Earth Stood Still
Where can I watch The Day the Earth Stood Still in the United States?
The Day the Earth Stood Still is available to stream on Philo, FXNow, Cultpix, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Day the Earth Stood Still for free?
The Day the Earth Stood Still streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still stars Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, Billy Gray, Sam Jaffe, and Hugh Marlowe. Robert Wise is the director.
How long is The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).
When did The Day the Earth Stood Still come out?
The Day the Earth Stood Still was released on September 18, 1951.
Which studio made The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still was produced by 20th Century Fox in the United States.
What was the budget for The Day the Earth Stood Still?
The Day the Earth Stood Still was made on a budget of $995,000.
How much did The Day the Earth Stood Still make at the box office?
The Day the Earth Stood Still grossed $1,850,000 worldwide, against a budget of $995,000.
What languages is The Day the Earth Stood Still in?
The Day the Earth Stood Still is in German, English, French, Hindi, and Russian, and its original language is English.
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.