Astronauts return to a post-apocalyptic Earth ruled by giant, wood-munching termites.
ALIEN APOCALYPSE
Yesterday, they were only astronauts. Today, they're humanity's only hope.
An astronaut doctor Ivan Hood and his fellow astronaut Kelly return from their mission in space to find the world has been taken over by aliens. Now Dr. Ivan Hood and Kelly must lead a revolution to free the human slaves from their alien masters.
Quick Answer
Alien Apocalypse is a 2005 American science fiction adventure film directed by Josh Becker about astronauts returning to Earth after decades in space, only to find humanity enslaved by giant termite-like aliens.
Programmer's Pick
Bruce Campbell, wisecracks, and giant wood-eating bugs—Alien Apocalypse is the only film where your osteopath might also be humanity’s last hope. Expect B-movie shenanigans with a side of splintered dystopia.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
This Sci Fi Channel original movie brought together director Josh Becker and cult favorite Bruce Campbell, highlighting the network's mid-2000s push for original genre content and pairing Campbell with his Xena: Warrior Princess co-star Renee O'Connor.
Cast & Crew
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Bruce Campbell brings his signature sarcastic charm to the role of Dr. Ivan Hood, blending action with deadpan humor.
Earth’s new overlords are massive, wood-devouring bugs who enslave humanity and snack on the non-compliant.
A mashup of adventure and B-movie flair, this TV movie delivers creature effects and genre tropes for fans of the offbeat.
Humanity’s fight to overthrow its insect overlords unfolds across ruined Portland, with camp escapes and rebellion brewing.
Scene Gallery
Threat File
Astronauts return to Earth after 40 years
Giant termite-like alien invaders
Enslavement of humans and consumption of Earth's wood resources
Ruined Portland, Oregon and alien-run work camps
Questions from the Vault
When was Alien Apocalypse released? +
Alien Apocalypse was released in 2005.
Who directed Alien Apocalypse? +
Alien Apocalypse was directed by Josh Becker.
How long is Alien Apocalypse? +
Alien Apocalypse has a runtime of 88 minutes.
What genre is Alien Apocalypse? +
Alien Apocalypse is an adventure, comedy, drama, horror, science fiction, thriller, and TV movie.
Why do the aliens invade Earth in Alien Apocalypse? +
The termite-like aliens invade Earth to feast on its wood, using EMP bombs to cripple the planet before enslaving the human population.
How do humans survive the alien occupation in Alien Apocalypse? +
Surviving humans are forced to work in camps run by the aliens, with bounty hunters supervising, while some plot escape and resistance.