Independence Day: Resurgence (2016): Cast, Box Office & Where to Watch
Independence Day: Resurgence is a 2016 action adventure film directed by Roland Emmerich, starring Jeff Goldblum as David Levinson, Judd Hirsch and Charlotte Gainsbourg. It runs 2 hours and earned $389.7 million worldwide on a $165 million budget. Stream it on fuboTV and FXNow, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- worldwide gross
- $389.7M
- budget
- $165M
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Roland Emmerich
- Original language
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English - Studio
- 20th Century Fox
- Budget
- $165M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Independence Day: Resurgence About?
The premise of Independence Day: Resurgence without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After the world recovered the alien wreckage, nations pooled the salvaged technology into a massive global defense program, hoping to deter a return. When an even more advanced alien fleet arrives, its unprecedented assault overwhelms Earth's defenses, leaving only a handful of brilliant pilots, scientists and soldiers to devise a daring plan that could pull humanity back from the brink of extinction.
Where to Watch Independence Day: Resurgence
Stream it on fuboTV and FXNow, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Independence Day: Resurgence Cast & Characters
Jeff Goldblum leads the cast as David Levinson, with Judd Hirsch as Julius Levinson and Charlotte Gainsbourg as Catherine Marceaux. Directed by Roland Emmerich; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director Roland Emmerich
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Charlotte Gainsbourg as Catherine Marceaux - Deobia Oparei as Dikembe Umbutu
Also Starring in Independence Day: Resurgence
· 16 more- Bill Pullman President Whitmore
- Maika Monroe Patricia Whitmore
- Sela Ward President Lanford
- Brent Spiner Dr. Brakish Okun
- Liam Hemsworth Jake Morrison
- Travis Tope Charlie Miller
- Nicolas Wright Floyd Rosenberg
- William Fichtner General Adams
- Vivica A. Fox Jasmine Hiller
- Jessie T. Usher Dylan Hiller
- AngelaBaby Rain Lao
- Robert Loggia General Grey
- Gbenga Akinnagbe Agent Travis
- Chin Han Commander Jiang
- Patrick St. Esprit Secretary of Defense Tanner
- John Storey Dr. Isaacs
Independence Day: Resurgence Plot Summary
What happens in Independence Day: Resurgence from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the aftermath of the 1996 War, a span of two decades has seen the establishment of the Earth Space Defense (ESD), a global entity created by the United Nations aimed at utilizing advanced technology derived from the defeated aliens. This initiative stands as humanity’s shield against potential extraterrestrial threats, marking a significant return to stability among nations after the struggle for survival. With bases set up at crucial points from Area 51 to the Moon, Mars, and even Rhea, along with orbital defense satellites surrounding Earth, mankind is fortified against any possible future invasions.
Full summary
The whole story of Independence Day: Resurgence, scene by scene
Independence Day: Resurgence Box Office & Budget
Independence Day: Resurgence grossed $389.7 million worldwide on a $165 million budget, 2.4 times what it cost. $103.1 million came from the US and Canada and $286.5 million (74%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$389.7M
2.4× its budget
- US & Canada
- $103.1M
- International
- $286.5M
- Budget
- $165M
How Well Do You Know Independence Day: Resurgence?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What global organization was established after the 1996 War to defend Earth against extraterrestrial threats?
Cars in Independence Day: Resurgence
41 cars on screen, including the 1981 Chevrolet Caprice Estate and the 1994 International 3000-Series.
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1986 Acura Legend Minor role -
AM General M-109 Minor role
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Independence Day: Resurgence FAQ: Where to Watch & Cast
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of Independence Day: Resurgence, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Independence Day: Resurgence released?
Independence Day: Resurgence was released on June 24, 2016.
Who directed Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence was directed by Roland Emmerich.
More films by Roland Emmerich Who is in the cast of Independence Day: Resurgence?
Independence Day: Resurgence stars Jeff Goldblum as David Levinson, Judd Hirsch as Julius Levinson and Charlotte Gainsbourg as Catherine Marceaux, among 20 credited actors.
Where can I watch Independence Day: Resurgence?
In the US, Independence Day: Resurgence is streaming on fuboTV and FXNow and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Independence Day: Resurgence make at the box office?
Independence Day: Resurgence grossed $389.7 million worldwide ($103.1 million domestic, $286.5 million international) on a budget of $165 million.
Does Independence Day: Resurgence have a post-credit scene?
No. Independence Day: Resurgence has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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