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9
6...is sufficiently different to stand alone and just as relevant in its concerns – as well as succeeding (arguably better) as a thriller.
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9The story skimps on the subtlety, but Klaatu compensates by wearing a look of paternal disappointment that suggests the cosmos knows we could do better if we tried a little harder.
Read full review at The A.V. Club 8This 1951 classic is memorable for the iconic image of the flying saucer on the White House lawn...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day the Earth Stood Still about? 
"The Day the Earth Stood Still" is a classic sci-fi film that follows the story of Klaatu, an alien who lands on Earth with a message of peace and warning for humanity. After being shot and wounded by nervous soldiers, Klaatu escapes from the hospital and takes on a human disguise to better understand human nature. He befriends a young widow and her son, and learns about humanity's capacity for both good and evil. Meanwhile, Klaatu's robot companion, Gort, is left guarding the spaceship. When Klaatu reveals his true identity to the world, he delivers a powerful warning about the dangers of nuclear weapons and the importance of peaceful coexistence among nations. With a mix of drama, suspense, and action, "The Day the Earth Stood Still" is a thought-provoking film that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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What movies are similar to The Day the Earth Stood Still?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Day the Earth Stood Still include Batman and Robin, Stranger from Venus, Godzilla, Them!, The Man from Planet X, Five (1951).
When was The Day the Earth Stood Still released in theaters?
The Day the Earth Stood Still was released in theaters on September 28, 1951.
