The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
A paleoclimatologist races to save his son as a sudden, catastrophic ice age engulfs the world.
After paleoclimatologist Jack Hall is largely ignored by UN officials when presenting his environmental concerns about the beginning of a new Ice Age, his research proves true when a superstorm develops, setting off catastrophic natural disasters throughout the world. Trying to get to his son, Sam, who is trapped in New York City with his friend Laura and others, Jack and his crew must travel to get to Sam before it's too late.
How intense is The Day After Tomorrow?
The Day After Tomorrow is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Day After Tomorrow feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulepicgrittyhigh octane
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Day After Tomorrow
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Day After Tomorrow for you?
Is The Day After Tomorrow scary?
Only a little. The Day After Tomorrow has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Day After Tomorrow gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Day After Tomorrow sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Day After Tomorrow OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Day After Tomorrow?
The Day After Tomorrow runs 2h 4m.
Where can I stream The Day After Tomorrow?
The Day After Tomorrow is streaming on AMC+.
Does The Day After Tomorrow have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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