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Why people love it

Audiences latched onto Battle: Los Angeles (2011) as a science fiction theatrical experience: big enough for a group watch, specific enough to reward a second viewing once you know where it's headed. The science fiction and action blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 56m · ★ 5.8

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  1. 96match

    1.The Avengers (2012)

    8.0 · Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 2h 23m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, The Avengers (2012) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  2. 94match

    2.Pacific Rim (2013)

    6.9 · Action · Science Fiction · Adventure · 2h 11m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Pacific Rim (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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  3. 92match

    3.Independence Day (1996)

    6.9 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 2h 25m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Independence Day (1996) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Netflix
    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
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    • AMC
    • MGM Plus
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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  4. 90match

    4.Starship Troopers (1997)

    7.1 · Adventure · Action · Thriller · 2h 9m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Starship Troopers (1997) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
    • MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
    • YouTube TV
    • MGM Plus
    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    + Save for later
  5. 88match

    5.Superman (1978)

    7.2 · Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 2h 24m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Superman (1978) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    6.Predator: Badlands (2025)

    7.7 · Action · Science Fiction · Adventure · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Predator: Badlands (2025) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Hulu
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • YouTube(Rent)
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  7. 84match

    7.Soldier (1998)

    6.4 · Science Fiction · Action · Drama · 1h 39m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Soldier (1998) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    8.The War of the Worlds (1953)

    6.8 · Science Fiction · Action · 1h 25m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, The War of the Worlds (1953) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    9.Stargate: Continuum (2008)

    7.1 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Stargate: Continuum (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • MGM+ Amazon Channel
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    • MGM Plus
    • Philo
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    10.Occupation: Rainfall (2020)

    6.2 · Science Fiction · Action · 2h 8m

    Why you'll love it

    If Battle: Los Angeles clicked for you, Occupation: Rainfall (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • fuboTV
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
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FAQ

What should I watch after Battle: Los Angeles?
Try The Avengers, Pacific Rim, Independence Day—each shares DNA with Battle: Los Angeles while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Battle: Los Angeles?
Battle: Los Angeles (2011) is best described as Science Fiction, Action. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Battle: Los Angeles worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 5.8/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this science fiction lane.

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