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War of the Worlds

20261h MovieScience Fiction

Collage film built upon the audio of The War of the Worlds, directed and narrated by Orson Welles. Originally broadcast in October 1938 as a Halloween prank, the program famously triggered mass panic across the United States, as its…

DirectorPéter Lichter

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Release date for theatres
October 16, 2026

War of the Worlds is set to release on October 16, 2026 and isn't in cinemas or streaming yet. Streaming usually follows about 6–8 weeks after release (estimated around December 4, 2026).

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Cast · Directed by Péter Lichter

OWOrson Welles
Orson Welles
narrator

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War of the Worlds — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams War of the Worlds?

War of the Worlds isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is War of the Worlds on Netflix?

No, War of the Worlds is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is War of the Worlds on Amazon Prime Video?

No, War of the Worlds isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch War of the Worlds for free?

War of the Worlds isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for War of the Worlds?

War of the Worlds hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 4, 2026. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.