Will Smith opted out of the sequel due to scheduling conflicts with Suicide Squad . Plot Summary Box Office:
$389
Independence Day: Resurgence
The 2016 film is the sci-fi sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, set twenty years after the first alien invasion. After the nations of Earth have used recovered extraterrestrial technology to build an immense defense program, they must face a second, even larger invasion force. Key Features & Details Director: Roland Emmerich.
Missing Cast: Will Smith did not return for the sequel, a factor that many critics and fans felt hurt the film's connection to the original.
Scale: The destruction and the alien ship are significantly larger than in the 1996 original.
Tone: The sequel relies more heavily on CGI and science fiction tropes compared to the character-driven heroism of the first film.
Disney+ / Hulu: Since Disney now owns 20th Century Fox, both Independence Day and Resurgence are frequently available on these platforms.
Amazon Prime Video: Available for rent or purchase in HD and 4K UHD.
Apple iTunes / Apple TV: The digital copy often goes on sale for $4.99.
YouTube Movies: Direct rental option without subscription.
Vudu / Fandango at Home: Often features the extended cut of the film with additional scenes.
As the world teeters on the brink of destruction, a new generation of heroes must step up to save the day. With the help of familiar faces like President Thomas Whitmore (Bill Pullman), scientist Dr. Alan Teager (Jeff Goldblum), and pilot Captain Steven Hiller (Will Smith), the human resistance launches a final counterattack against the Collective.