The War of The Worlds - Special Collector’s Edition [DVD] [1953]
Gene Barry (Actor), Ann Robinson (Actor)
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Laden with Academy Award-winning special effects, this chilling adaptation of H.G. Wells' frightening novel detailing a Martian invasion delivers fiery thrills, laser-hot action and unrelenting, edge-of-your-seat suspense.  Gene Barry (TV's Bat Masterson) and Ann Robinson (TV's Fury) are among the humans intrigued when a meteor-like object crashes to Earth ... but its occupants are definitely not friendly. The assault on Earth is underway, and the Martian machines - hovering swan-shaped vehicles of destruction - are both beautiful and terrifying as they cut a relentless path of annihilation. Produced by George Pal (Treasure Island), “The War of The Worlds” is widely regarded as one of the greatest sci-fi films of all time and received three Oscar nominations. .. This Special Collector’s Edition includes: film commentary by actors Ann Robinson and Gene Berry, director Joe Dante, film historian Bob Burns and author Bill Warren / featurette “The Sky Is Falling” detailing the making of “The War of The Worlds” / featurette on H.G. Wells, the father of science fiction / original theatrical trailer / The War of The World’s radio broadcast…