Titanic (1997)
Director: James Cameron
This historical disaster drama combines a gripping love story with the tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic, one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history. The film captures the heartbreaking tale of Jack and Rose amidst the ship’s inevitable demise.

The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Director: Roland Emmerich
A chilling climate disaster movie that dramatizes the devastating effects of global warming. Massive storms and floods lead to a frozen world, where humanity struggles for survival.

Armageddon (1998)
Director: Michael Bay
A high-octane action-packed film in which a team of oil drillers is sent into space to stop a massive asteroid from colliding with Earth. Filled with heart-stopping action and emotional moments, it’s one of the most iconic disaster films ever made.

Deep Impact (1998)
Director: Mimi Leder
Released the same year as Armageddon, Deep Impact presents a more emotional and somber tone as humanity braces for an asteroid collision. It delves into the human side of global disaster, focusing on characters and their choices as the end approaches.

Independence Day (1996)
Director: Roland Emmerich
A thrilling sci-fi disaster film about an alien invasion, where humanity fights back against extraterrestrial forces determined to destroy Earth. It features spectacular visuals and unforgettable action sequences, making it a landmark disaster movie.

2012 (2009)
Director: Roland Emmerich
A global catastrophe unfolds as natural disasters of apocalyptic proportions strike the planet. This film takes the concept of world-ending events to a whole new level, with jaw-dropping visual effects and intense survival drama.

Twister (1996)
Director: Jan de Bont
Storm chasers risk everything to study tornadoes and their deadly power. This high-energy disaster flick made a massive impact on audiences, thanks to its thrilling action and groundbreaking special effects.

Contagion (2011)
Director: Steven Soderbergh
A hauntingly realistic portrayal of a pandemic caused by a rapidly spreading deadly virus. The film explores the global response to a biological disaster, blending medical drama with the breakdown of society.

San Andreas (2015)
Director: Brad Peyton
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stars in this action-packed disaster movie, depicting a massive earthquake that devastates California. The film focuses on the survival of a rescue pilot and his family as they navigate the destruction.

The Poseidon Adventure (1972)
Director: Ronald Neame
A classic disaster film about a luxury ocean liner that capsizes after being struck by a massive wave. The survivors must navigate the ship’s perilous upside-down interior in a race against time to escape the doomed vessel.