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.
Release Year
1951
Runtime
92 min
Audience Score
7.5
Genres
Science Fiction, Thriller, Drama
Story Snapshot
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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The Day the Earth Stood Still is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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