The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Roland Emmerich's blockbuster disaster epic pits humanity against a catastrophic new Ice Age in a race against time.
The Day After Tomorrow - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Day After Tomorrow
- Release Year: 2004
- Directed by: Roland Emmerich
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Adventure
- Runtime: 2h 3m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Japanese, French, Arabic, Spanish
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 26, 2004 (United Arab Emirates), May 28, 2004 (United States), May 28, 2004 (Canada - PG), May 27, 2004 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 27, 2004 (Germany - 12), May 26, 2004 (France - U), May 28, 2004 (India), May 27, 2004 (New Zealand), May 27, 2004 (Australia - M), May 28, 2004 (Brazil - L), May 28, 2004 (Mexico), May 28, 2004 (Italy - T), May 28, 2004 (Spain - 7), June 3, 2004 (South Korea - 12), May 28, 2004 (China)
- Alternative Titles: The Day After Tomorrow (US), Pislyazavtra (UA), Sled utreshniya den (BG), Ziua de după mâine (RO), El Día Después de Mañana (AR), Metá Tin Epómeni Méra (GR), 明日之后 (CN), Sabahdan Sonra (AZ)
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox, Centropolis Entertainment, Lionsgate, The Mark Gordon Company
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Day After Tomorrow - Plot
After paleoclimatologist Jack Hall is largely ignored by UN officials when presenting his environmental concerns about the beginning of a new Ice Age, his research proves true when a superstorm develops, setting off catastrophic natural disasters throughout the world. Trying to get to his son, Sam, who is trapped in New York City with his friend Laura and others, Jack and his crew must travel to get to Sam before it's too late.
The Day After Tomorrow - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the catastrophic spectacle unfold on a global scale.
Where will you be?
Where to Watch The Day After Tomorrow
Looking for where to watch The Day After Tomorrow?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
The Day After Tomorrow - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Roland Emmerich
Main Cast
- Dennis Quaid
- Jake Gyllenhaal
- Emmy Rossum
- Dash Mihok
- Jay O. Sanders
- Sela Ward
- Austin Nichols
- Arjay Smith
- Tamlyn Tomita
- Sasha Roiz
Writers
- Roland Emmerich
- Jeffrey Nachmanoff
Producers
- Roland Emmerich
- Mark Gordon
The Day After Tomorrow - FAQs
Where can you stream The Day After Tomorrow?
The Day After Tomorrow is available to stream on AMC+, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, and YouTube TV. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Is The Day After Tomorrow based on a true story?
The film is not based on a true story, but it draws inspiration from real climate science. Director Roland Emmerich loosely adapted concepts from the book 'The Coming Global Superstorm' by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber, blending genuine concerns about climate change with dramatic, exaggerated disaster scenarios.
How scientifically accurate is The Day After Tomorrow?
The film takes significant creative liberties with climate science. While it draws on real concerns about global warming and ocean circulation disruption, the speed and severity of the depicted events are wildly exaggerated. Scientists and climate experts widely criticized the film for compressing centuries of potential change into days.
Who are the main actors in The Day After Tomorrow?
The film stars Dennis Quaid as paleoclimatologist Jack Hall and Jake Gyllenhaal as his son Sam. The supporting cast includes Emmy Rossum, Sela Ward, Jay O. Sanders, Dash Mihok, Austin Nichols, Arjay Smith, Tamlyn Tomita, Sasha Roiz, and Ian Holm.
What is The Day After Tomorrow about?
Paleoclimatologist Jack Hall warns world leaders of an impending Ice Age triggered by climate change, only to be dismissed. When catastrophic superstorms devastate the planet, Jack races across a frozen wasteland to rescue his son Sam, who is stranded in a rapidly freezing New York City.
When was The Day After Tomorrow released?
The Day After Tomorrow had its wide release on May 28, 2004, in the United States and Canada. It opened slightly earlier in several other markets, including the United Arab Emirates and France on May 26, 2004, and the United Kingdom and Germany on May 27, 2004.
How long is The Day After Tomorrow?
The Day After Tomorrow has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes). The film packs its runtime with large-scale disaster sequences, character-driven survival drama, and sweeping visual effects showcasing the destruction of major world cities.
Did The Day After Tomorrow win any awards?
The Day After Tomorrow won the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film in 2005 and received nominations for its visual effects. The film's special effects team earned widespread recognition, and it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects at the 77th Academy Awards.
More About The Day After Tomorrow
Explore further details about The Day After Tomorrow on these authoritative resources.