The latest movie adaptation of H.G. Wells alien-invasion novel, War of the Worlds, releases on Prime Video Wednesday, July 30.
Those eager to catch Ice Cube, Eva Longoria and the rest of the star-studded cast bring a timeless story back to life can stream the global release exclusively through Prime Video.
For those who have yet to check out Prime Video and commit to a paid subscription, you can enjoy a 30-day free trial before signing up.
What is War of the Worlds about?
Directed by Rich Lee, this reimagined sci-fi thriller film is a modernized take on Wells’ classic novel and will take place in the present-day digital landscape. Ice Cube leads the cast in his role as Will Radford, a top cyber-security analyst for Homeland Security.
With this job title, Radford spends a majority of his time looking for potential threats to the nation. When an attack threatens everything Radford spends his time protecting is carried out, he’s forced to reexamine the trust he’s put in his higher ups while simultaneously dealing with the ongoing alien invasion.
How to watch War of the Worlds
As mentioned above, the 2025 film is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video Wednesday, July 30 and will be available for all Prime Video subscribers.
Those not yet a Prime Video subscribers can sign up for a 30-day free trial before committing to a paid subscription.
What is Prime Video?
Prime Video is one of the go-to streaming services replacing traditional cable services. Those hoping to officially cut ties with the hassle of basic cable while still enjoying hit shows, premium channels and sports can find all and more available through a Prime Video subscription.
Following the 30-day free trial, those who choose to stay on and continue enjoying the plethora of content available for streaming through Prime Video pay just $7.49 for the next three months, and $14.99 a month following.
In addition to the slew of content you can access with a basic monthly subscription, Prime Video offers the opportunity to include add-ons such as HBO Max, Showtime and STARZ.
