# The War of the Worlds (1953)

> A California scientist and his companions struggle to survive a terrifying Martian assault rendered with landmark Technicolor spectacle.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/4343

## Facts

- Runtime: 85 min
- Genres: Science Fiction, Action
- Director: Byron Haskin
- Cast: Gene Barry, Ann Robinson, Lewis Martin, Les Tremayne, Frank Kreig, Vernon Rich, Sandro Giglio, Ann Codee
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046534/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: suspenseful, foreboding, thrilling, classic science fiction night, retro movie marathon

## Synopsis

A small town's excitement turns to terror as an alien invasion unfolds.

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