War of the Worlds (2019)
Humanity faces relentless, bleak destruction and a gritty fight for survival against an alien invasion.
When astronomers detect a transmission from another galaxy, it is definitive proof of intelligent extra-terrestrial life. The world’s population waits for further contact with bated breath. They do not have to wait long. Within days, mankind is all but wiped out by a devastating attack; pockets of humanity are left in an eerily deserted world. As aliens hunt and kill those left alive, the survivors ask a burning question – who are these attackers and why are they hell-bent on our destruction?
How intense is War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-14.
What War of the Worlds feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittybleaktenseepic
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream War of the Worlds
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 11, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is War of the Worlds for you?
Is War of the Worlds scary?
Yes, properly. War of the Worlds is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is War of the Worlds gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is War of the Worlds sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is War of the Worlds OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds is streaming on MGM+.
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