Independence Day: Resurgence
“We had twenty years to prepare. So did they.”
Synopsis
We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Extended TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-05-24
Top Cast
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Liam Hemsworth
Jake Morrison
Jeff Goldblum
David Levinson
Jessie T. Usher
Dylan Hiller
Bill Pullman
President Whitmore
Maika Monroe
Patricia Whitmore
Travis Tope
Charlie Miller
AngelaBaby
Rain Lao
Charlotte Gainsbourg
Dr. Catherine Marceaux
Judd Hirsch
Julius Levinson
William Fichtner
General Adams
Brent Spiner
Dr. Brakish Okun
Sela Ward
President Lanford
Chin Han
Commander Jiang Lao
Patrick St. Esprit
Secretary of Defense
Vivica A. Fox
Dr. Jasmine Hiller
Deobia Oparei
Dikembe
Nicolas Wright
Floyd Rosenberg
Gbenga Akinnagbe
Agent Matthew Travis
Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles
Festival / Special Debut
June 24, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 23, 2016
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$165M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$389.7M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2.36x
+$224.7M net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roland Emmerich
- Screenplay & Story
- Dean Devlin, Roland Emmerich, Nicolas Wright, James A. Woods, James Vanderbilt
- Original Score
- Harald Kloser, Thomas Wander
- Original Title
- Independence Day: Resurgence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Budget
- $165M
- Worldwide Gross
- $389.7M
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox, TSG Entertainment, Centropolis Entertainment, Stereo D
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roland Emmerich
Dean Devlin, Roland Emmerich, Nicolas Wright, James A. Woods, James Vanderbilt, Gabriel Sherman
Harald Kloser, Thomas Wander
Markus Förderer
Adam Wolfe
Dean Devlin, Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser, Ute Emmerich, Larry Franco
Department Leadership Roster
Roland Emmerich
Director
Dean Devlin
Screenplay
Roland Emmerich
Screenplay
Nicolas Wright
Screenplay
James A. Woods
Screenplay
James Vanderbilt
Screenplay
Dean Devlin
Producer
Roland Emmerich
Producer
Harald Kloser
Producer
Harald Kloser
Original Music Composer
Thomas Wander
Original Music Composer
Markus Förderer
Director of Photography
Adam Wolfe
Editor
Barry Chusid
Production Design
Lisy Christl
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Independence Day: Resurgence
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Independence Day: Resurgence about?
We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.
Who directed Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence was directed by Roland Emmerich.
Who stars in Independence Day: Resurgence?
The principal cast of Independence Day: Resurgence includes Liam Hemsworth, Jeff Goldblum, Jessie T. Usher, Bill Pullman, Maika Monroe.
When was Independence Day: Resurgence released and how long is it?
Independence Day: Resurgence was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
What was the box office and production budget of Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence had a reported production budget of $165M and grossed $389.7M at the worldwide box office (2.36 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for Independence Day: Resurgence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Independence Day: Resurgence was composed by Harald Kloser, Thomas Wander.
Is Independence Day: Resurgence based on a book or true story?
Independence Day: Resurgence is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Dean Devlin", Characters: "Roland Emmerich".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).