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The War of the Worlds

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H.G. Wells' classic novel is brought to life in this tale of alien invasion. The residents of a small town in California are excited when a flaming meteor lands in the hills. Their joy is tempered somewhat when they discover that it has passengers who are not very friendly.

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Cast & Crew See All

Gene Barry
Dr. Clayton Forrester
Ann Robinson
Sylvia Van Buren
Les Tremayne
Maj. Gen. Mann

Awards

  • 1954 - Oscar - Best Sound, Recording - nominated
  • 1954 - Oscar - Best Film Editing - nominated
  • 1954 - Oscar - Best Effects, Special Effects - winner
  • 2011 - National Film Registry - - winner