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Independence Daysaster (2013): Cast & Plot

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Independence Daysaster is a 2013 action sci-fi film directed by W.D. Hogan, starring Keenan Tracey as Andrew Garsette, Casey Dubois and Andrea Brooks. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.

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Independence Daysaster (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
W.D. Hogan
Genres
Action , Sci-Fi
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Independence Daysaster About?

The premise of Independence Daysaster without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

When Earth is unexpectedly attacked by a powerful alien force, the planet's defense systems are quickly overwhelmed. Hope rests on an unlikely partnership: a determined small-town firefighter and a brilliant, unconventional scientist from the SETI program. Together, they must race against time to activate a unique technology that holds the only chance of repelling the invaders and saving humanity.

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Cast & crew

Independence Daysaster Cast & Characters

Keenan Tracey leads the cast as Andrew Garsette, with Casey Dubois as Nick Miller and Andrea Brooks as Eliza. Directed by W.D. Hogan; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from W.D. Hogan

More films directed by W.D. Hogan: Asteroid Hunters, Brimming with Love, A Moving Romance and Letter Never Sent.

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Plot

Independence Daysaster Plot Summary

What happens in Independence Daysaster from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Moose Ridge, Oregon, Keenan Tracey as Andrew Garsette, his two friends, Casey Dubois as Nick Miller and Andrea Brooks as Eliza, and his uncle Ryan Merriman as Pete Garsette, a local firefighter, prepare to meet Andrew’s father and Pete’s brother, U.S. President Sam Garsette, Tom Everett Scott who is coming home for the Fourth of July celebrations. Sam approaches on Marine One, but the helicopter is unexpectedly rerouted to nearby Dixon Airbase. Meanwhile, Emily Holmes as Celia Lehman, a SETI scientist, is informed of a mysterious signal heading toward Earth.

Full summary

The whole story of Independence Daysaster, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Independence Daysaster?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the U.S. President featured in the film?

Cars

Cars in Independence Daysaster

5 cars on screen, including the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban and the 1987 Ford Bronco.

All 5 cars
  • 1996 Chevrolet Suburban in Independence Daysaster 1996 Chevrolet Suburban Main role
  • 1987 Ford Bronco in Independence Daysaster 1987 Ford Bronco Important role
  • 2010 GMC Yukon XL in Independence Daysaster 2010 GMC Yukon XL Important role
  • Imperial in Independence Daysaster Imperial Important role
Details

Independence Daysaster Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Battleforce - Angriff der Alienkrieger” and “Dzień Niepodległości: Katastrofa”.

Also known as
  • Battleforce - Angriff der Alienkrieger
  • Dzień Niepodległości: Katastrofa
  • Den nezávislosti: Invaze
  • Independence Day-Saster - La nuova minaccia
  • Катастрофа на День независимости
  • インデペンデンス・デイ2014
  • Катастрофа на День Незалежності

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FAQ

Independence Daysaster FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Independence Daysaster, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Independence Daysaster?

Independence Daysaster runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Independence Daysaster released?

Independence Daysaster was released on June 27, 2013.

Who directed Independence Daysaster?

Independence Daysaster was directed by W.D. Hogan.

More films by W.D. Hogan

Who is in the cast of Independence Daysaster?

Independence Daysaster stars Keenan Tracey as Andrew Garsette, Casey Dubois as Nick Miller and Andrea Brooks as Eliza, among 16 credited actors.

Does Independence Daysaster have a post-credit scene?

No. Independence Daysaster has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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