The War of the Worlds is a science-fiction film released in 2005, directed by Steven Spielberg, and based on the novel of the same name by H.G. Wells. The film stars Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, and Tim Robbins, among others.
The story takes place in a small town in New Jersey, where the protagonist Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise) lives with his two children, Robbie (Justin Chatwin) and Rachel (Dakota Fanning). One night, a massive lightning storm strikes the hillside nearby, revealing a towering object buried beneath the ground. Soon after, alien war machines rise up from the earth and begin attacking the nearby city of New York.
As the machines spread across the country, Ray struggles to keep his family safe while finding a way to fight back against the alien invaders. Along the way, he meets other survivors, including a traumatized young girl named Ogilvy (Miranda Otto) and an eccentric hermit (Tim Robbins) who believes he can outsmart the aliens.
The War of the Worlds is a suspenseful and action-packed film that explores themes of survival, family, and human resilience in the face of overwhelming adversity. With stunning visual effects and a powerful score by John Williams, it is a thrilling journey into the unknown and a reminder of the strength of the human spirit.