Tsunamis and earthquakes: natural disaster movies

The Earth is constantly shifting — and cinema knows how to turn that chaos into breathtaking entertainment. Movies about earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other natural catastrophes bring us face-to-face with the unstoppable force of nature. Our fascination with the unpredictable taps into one of our deepest fears: losing control. In this list, we’ve rounded up intense and gripping natural disaster films you can watch online — get ready for jaw-dropping scenes and nonstop adrenaline.

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Supercell

Supercell

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1h41min
PG-13
2023
Action
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Storm Chaser (Supercell) is a movie that fans of shows like Storm Chasers from Discovery or movies like Twister will love for its thrilling storm-chasing scenes. Skip Talbot, star of Storm Chasers, even appears in the film, playing a cashier. A must watch for lovers of natural disasters.

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Life on the Line

Life on the Line

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1h37min
R
2015
Action
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If you enjoy action films with a mix of drama and heroism, Life on the Line is an excellent choice. Starring John Travolta and Sharon Stone, the film highlights the real dangers faced by high-voltage electricians—professionals who risk their lives daily to keep the power running. The story combines adrenaline and emotion, showing the tension of a crew that must survive a deadly storm while trying to complete a critical mission. In addition to thrilling scenes, the film also explores family bonds and sacrifice. A great drama!

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The Burning Sea

The Burning Sea

6.3/10
1h44min
PG-13
2022
Thriller
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A disaster movie from Norway that stays true to the genre conventions: some human characters the story relies on, as a pretext for showing us action, destruction and survival scenes. However, The Burning Sea compensates for its conventionalism with an excellent execution, as the destruction scenes in the middle of the sea are as tense as they are impressive. It will certainly be a delight for fans of this type of movies.

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Crazy Tsunami

Crazy Tsunami

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1h58min
NR
2023
Action

If you like disaster movies (like Gran terremoto 9 grados or movies about the dangers of underwater beasts (Infierno en la tormenta or Amenaza bajo el agua), then you'll enjoy this Chinese production. The premise of Crazy Tsunami is already familiar: a tsunami hits a Chinese population, and the survivors must fight to survive. Except there's also a voracious crocodile thrown in the equation, making everything more dangerous and interesting. Even if the visual effects aren't the best, it's a movie that provides guaranteed entertainment for disaster movie fans.

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Acid

Acid

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1h39min
NR
2023
Drama

Acid (Acide) is a French science fiction drama directed by Just Philippot (Swarm), featuring experienced actor Guillaume Canet in an intriguing performance as a father trying to protect his daughter from deadly acid rains ravaging France. The film combines elements of suspense and family drama in an apocalyptic setting, highlighting the tensions of a world where water becomes a danger. Notable for its realistic approach and shocking scenes, it was showcased in the Midnight section of Cannes, drawing attention for its impactful storytelling and devastating visuals.

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