Independence Day: Resurgence (2016)
Earth's nations unite against an advanced alien force, igniting a relentless, high-octane fight for survival.
We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
How intense is Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. Rated PG-13.
What Independence Day: Resurgence feels like
- Tone
- epichigh octanesuspenseful
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream Independence Day: Resurgence
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Independence Day: Resurgence for you?
Is Independence Day: Resurgence scary?
Only a little. Independence Day: Resurgence has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Independence Day: Resurgence gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is Independence Day: Resurgence sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Independence Day: Resurgence OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence runs 2h.
Where can I stream Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Independence Day: Resurgence have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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