War of the Worlds 2: The Next Wave
Another Alien Invasion!
R 2008 · 90 min · ★ 3.6 · Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
Two years after the Martian invasion, George Herbert's worst fears are realized: The Aliens have returned. As a second wave of Martian walkers lay waste to what's left of Earth, an alliance of military forces prepares a daring attack on the Red Planet itself. Once again, the future of mankind hangs in the balance.
Directed by C. Thomas Howell · Written by Steve Bevilacqua
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C. Thomas Howell George Herbert -
Fred Griffith Major Kramer - Z Zack Beseda Squid killer
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Christopher Reid Pete -
Kim Little Victoria Reed - J Jonathan Levit Gorman
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Jonathan Nation Stram
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