Invasion (2021)
Global chaos unfolds through five ordinary lives as an alien species threatens humanity's existence.
Earth is visited by an alien species that threatens humanity's existence. Events unfold in real time through the eyes of five ordinary people across the globe as they struggle to make sense of the chaos unraveling around them.
How intense is Invasion?
Invasion is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-MA.
What Invasion feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittytenseatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Invasion
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 10, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Invasion for you?
Is Invasion scary?
Only a little. Invasion has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Invasion gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Invasion sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Invasion OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Invasion?
Invasion is streaming on Apple TV+.
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