Independence Day
“The question of whether or not we are alone in the universe has been answered.”
Where to watch Independence Day in United States
Independence Day is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. Availability checked 25 May 2026.
About Independence Day
Independence Day is a 1996 movie in the Action, Adventure and Science Fiction genres, directed by Roland Emmerich, starring Will Smith, Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum. It has a runtime of 2 hours 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 10,415 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Independence Day in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Independence Day trailer
Overview
Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.
Top cast
Will Smith
Capt. Steven Hiller
Bill Pullman
President Thomas J. Whitmore
Jeff Goldblum
David Levinson
Mary McDonnell
Marilyn Whitmore
Judd Hirsch
Julius Levinson
Robert Loggia
General William Grey
Randy Quaid
Russell Casse
Margaret Colin
Constance Spano
James Rebhorn
Albert Nimzicki
Harvey Fierstein
Marty Gilbert
Adam Baldwin
Major Mitchell
Brent Spiner
Dr. Brackish Okun
James Duval
Miguel
Vivica A. Fox
Jasmine Dubrow
Lisa Jakub
Alicia
Ross Bagley
Dylan
Mae Whitman
Patricia Whitmore
Bill Smitrovich
Captain Watson
Kiersten Warren
Tiffany
Harry Connick Jr.
Capt. Jimmy Wilder
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Independence Day in United States?+
In United States, you can stream Independence Day on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand.
Is Independence Day on Netflix?+
Yes — Independence Day is available to stream on Netflix in United States.
How long is Independence Day?+
Independence Day has a runtime of 2 hours 25 minutes (145 minutes).
Who stars in Independence Day?+
Independence Day stars Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Mary McDonnell and Judd Hirsch.
When did Independence Day come out?+
Independence Day is a 1996 movie directed by Roland Emmerich.
What genre is Independence Day?+
Independence Day is Action, Adventure and Science Fiction film.
Who directed Independence Day?+
Independence Day was directed by Roland Emmerich.
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