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Armageddon

"For love. For honor. For mankind."

July 1, 1998 2h 31m 6.8/10 (8,361 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Armageddon is a action/thriller film. directed by Michael Bay. With a runtime of 2h 31m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, and Ben Affleck

Synopsis

When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned driller Harry Stamper, who agrees to helm the dangerous space mission provided he can bring along his own hotshot crew. Among them is the cocksure A.J. who Harry thinks isn't good enough for his daughter, until the mission proves otherwise.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 1, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 2h 31m 151 minutes total
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User Rating 6.8/10 Good (8,361 votes)
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Budget $140M Production budget
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Box Office $553.8M 4.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$140,000,000
Revenue
$553,799,566

Production Companies

  • Touchstone Pictures
  • Jerry Bruckheimer Films
  • Valhalla Motion Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Armageddon about?

When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned dril...

Who directed Armageddon?

Armageddon was directed by Michael Bay.

How long is Armageddon?

Armageddon has a runtime of 2 hours and 31 minutes (151 minutes total).

When was Armageddon released?

Armageddon was released on July 1, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Armageddon?

The main cast of Armageddon includes Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler, Will Patton.

Is Armageddon worth watching?

Armageddon has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 8,361 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.