100+ Movies like 2012
The Day After Tomorrow
Both "2012" and "The Day After Tomorrow" are disaster movies that depict catastrophic global events caused by climate change and environmental factors. The plots revolve around scientists who discover impending disasters and attempt to warn authorities, but their warnings are initially dismissed. As the disasters unfold, the protagonists and their families struggle to survive and reach safety amid devastating natural calamities like massive storms, earthquakes, and tsunamis. The movies portray the failure of governments to adequately prepare and protect citizens, leading to mass casualties. Ultimately, a small group of survivors make it to secure shelters or arks built to withstand the disasters, while the world as we know it is drastically transformed. Both films explore themes of environmental neglect, the fragility of human civilization, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity.
Knowing
Both "2012" and "Knowing" revolve around the premise of an impending global catastrophe that threatens the extinction of humanity. In "2012", the catastrophe is caused by neutrinos heating up the Earth's core, leading to massive geological upheavals and devastating natural disasters. In "Knowing", the catastrophe is a massive solar flare that will destroy all life on Earth. The movies share a similar narrative structure, with a central character (Adrian Helmsley in "2012" and John Koestler in "Knowing") discovering the imminent threat and attempting to warn the authorities. Both movies depict the governments' efforts to construct arks or shelters to preserve a remnant of humanity, with the wealthy being able to purchase tickets for these arks. The movies also feature children (Caleb in "Knowing" and Noah and Lilly in "2012") who play a crucial role in the events, either by receiving cryptic messages about the catastrophe or being among those chosen for salvation. The movies explore themes of faith, sacrifice, and the struggle for survival in the face of global extinction. Both films culminate in the catastrophic events unfolding, with the protagonists and their loved ones seeking refuge in the arks or shelters. The endings depict the survivors embarking on a new beginning on another world or a drastically altered Earth, leaving behind the destruction of the old world.
San Andreas
Both "2012" and "San Andreas" are disaster movies that depict catastrophic natural events threatening humanity on a global scale. The central premise revolves around scientists discovering imminent threats of massive earthquakes and tectonic shifts that will trigger devastating disasters worldwide. The stories follow the struggles of ordinary people trying to survive and reach safety amid the unfolding cataclysmic events. Key plot points include the failure of government agencies to adequately warn the public, the construction of arks/shelters for the elite, and the heroic efforts of the protagonists to rescue their families. The movies culminate in massive earthquakes, tsunamis, and the reshaping of the Earth's surface, leaving cities in ruin while offering a glimmer of hope for rebuilding and the resilience of humanity.
Polar Storm
Both "2012" and "Polar Storm" are disaster movies that revolve around catastrophic global events that threaten the existence of humanity. In both films, a celestial object (a neutrino burst from a solar flare in "2012" and a comet fragment in "Polar Storm") triggers a series of devastating natural disasters that alter the Earth's axis and climate, leading to worldwide destruction. The protagonists in both movies are scientists (Adrian Helmsley in "2012" and James Mayfield in "Polar Storm") who discover the impending catastrophe and attempt to warn the authorities and the public. However, their warnings are initially dismissed or suppressed by the government. As the disasters unfold, the scientists work with the authorities to devise plans to save a portion of humanity by constructing massive arks/shelters. Both films depict the struggles of ordinary people trying to survive the disasters and reach the safety of the arks/shelters. The main characters (Jackson Curtis in "2012" and Shane Mayfield in "Polar Storm) embark on perilous journeys with their families to escape the destruction and find refuge. They face numerous obstacles, including earthquakes, tsunamis, and electromagnetic pulses, as they race against time. Ultimately, the scientists' plans to restore the Earth's axis and climate involve risky and desperate measures, such as detonating nuclear warheads in the Mariana Trench in "Polar Storm" and relying on the arks to carry the survivors to a new beginning. Both films end with a glimmer of hope for the future of humanity, as the protagonists reunite with their loved ones and the world begins to rebuild.
Magma: Volcanic Disaster
Both "2012" and "Magma: Volcanic Disaster" revolve around catastrophic global volcanic events that threaten the existence of humanity. In both movies, a small group of scientists discover the impending disaster and attempt to warn governments, who initially dismiss their warnings. As the volcanic activity escalates, the governments are forced to take action, leading to massive evacuation efforts to secure arks/shelters for a select few survivors. The movies follow the struggles of the main characters, including scientists and their families, as they navigate the eruptions and attempt to reach the safety of the arks/shelters. Massive volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and tsunamis wreak havoc worldwide, killing billions. The arks/shelters face their own challenges, with some characters making sacrifices to ensure others survive. Ultimately, the arks/shelters emerge as the last refuge for the survivors, who must rebuild civilization after the catastrophic events. The movies explore themes of human resilience, sacrifice, and the conflict between scientific knowledge and government inaction in the face of global disasters.
Disaster Movie
Both "2012" and "Disaster Movie" depict catastrophic, world-ending events caused by natural disasters and environmental changes. The main characters in both films are ordinary people who must struggle to survive and find safety amidst the global chaos. A key plot point in both movies involves the protagonists attempting to reach secure arks or shelters that have been constructed to protect a select few from the impending apocalypse. The films also share themes of humanity's hubris in the face of nature's power, as well as the failure of world governments to adequately prepare or warn the public about the coming disasters. Despite the comedic tone of "Disaster Movie", its overall story arc of average citizens fighting for survival in the midst of worldwide destruction closely parallels the more serious narrative of "2012".
Greenland
Both "2012" and "Greenland" depict catastrophic global disasters caused by celestial events - a neutrino burst from a solar flare heating the Earth's core in "2012", and a comet on a collision course with Earth in "Greenland". The movies follow ordinary families struggling to survive and reach designated safe havens as the disasters unfold. In "2012", the Curtis family tries to reach the arks being built in the Himalayas, while in "Greenland", the Garrity family attempts to evacuate to underground bunkers in Greenland. Both films portray the breakdown of society, mass destruction, and the efforts of governments to secretly evacuate select individuals to ensure humanity's survival. The protagonists face harrowing journeys, overcoming obstacles and making difficult choices to protect their loved ones amidst the chaos. Ultimately, a small group of survivors reach the safe havens as the world is devastated, leaving them to rebuild in the aftermath.
Meltdown: Days of Destruction
Both "2012" and "Meltdown: Days of Destruction" depict catastrophic global disasters caused by astronomical events that threaten the entire human race. The movies follow the struggles of ordinary families trying to survive and escape the impending doom. Key plot points include the governments' secret preparations for the disasters, the mass evacuations and attempts to reach safety, and the ultimate survival of a small group of people to rebuild after the cataclysmic events. The movies explore themes of human resilience, the fragility of civilization, and the power of nature over humanity's arrogance.
Supervolcano
Both "2012" and "Supervolcano" revolve around catastrophic geological events that threaten humanity's existence. In "2012", the Earth's core is heating up due to neutrino bombardment, leading to global disasters like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and massive tsunamis. Similarly, "Supervolcano" focuses on the imminent eruption of the Yellowstone supervolcano, which triggers devastating ashfall and pyroclastic flows across the United States. The movies share a common theme of government agencies and scientists attempting to predict and mitigate the impending disasters. In "2012", geologists like Adrian Helmsley warn the government about the looming crisis, leading to the construction of massive arks to shelter a select few. Likewise, in "Supervolcano", scientists at the Yellowstone Volcano Observatory use simulations to forecast the eruption's magnitude and advise FEMA on evacuation strategies. Both films depict the struggles of ordinary people caught in the catastrophic events, as they attempt to reunite with their families and find safety. In "2012", Jackson Curtis embarks on a perilous journey to rescue his ex-wife and children, while in "Supervolcano", the characters must navigate through the ashfall to reach designated safe zones. Ultimately, the movies explore the resilience of humanity in the face of global catastrophes, as well as the sacrifices and difficult decisions that must be made for survival.
Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow
Both "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow" and "2012" involve a global catastrophic threat to humanity's survival. In "2012", the threat is the heating of the Earth's core and subsequent crust displacement, while in "Sky Captain", it is a rogue scientist attempting to destroy the world and rebuild it as a new master race. Both movies feature a race against time to escape the impending disaster, with the protagonists seeking refuge in arks/shelters. The arks in "2012" are massive ships built to survive the global flooding, while in "Sky Captain" it is a secret underground facility housing a rocket meant to carry the building blocks of a new civilization. Both movies depict the mass destruction of major cities and landmarks as the catastrophe unfolds. Ultimately, the protagonists manage to thwart the threat and survive, with the world left in a drastically altered state at the end.
Left Behind: The Movie
Both "2012" and "Left Behind: The Movie" depict catastrophic global events that threaten humanity's survival. In "2012", a series of natural disasters caused by the Earth's core heating up leads to worldwide destruction, while in "Left Behind", the Rapture event triggers chaos as millions of people mysteriously disappear. The movies follow groups of characters trying to survive the cataclysmic events and find safety, with the protagonists in "2012" seeking refuge in arks built by the world's governments, and those in "Left Behind" attempting to understand the Rapture and its biblical significance. Both films explore themes of faith, survival, and the fragility of human civilization in the face of overwhelming disaster. The stories parallel each other in their depiction of global crises that upend society and force the characters to confront their beliefs and make difficult choices to endure.
Scorcher
Both "2012" and "Scorcher" are disaster movies centered around catastrophic global events that threaten the entire planet and humanity's survival. In both films, a small group of people become aware of the impending disaster and must take drastic measures to try to save themselves and others. The disasters are caused by disturbances to the Earth's core/tectonic plates, leading to massive earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. The protagonists must race against time to reach safety, with "2012" focusing on arks built in the Himalayas and "Scorcher" involving detonating nuclear bombs to stop the Earth's plates from shifting. Both movies feature scenes of mass evacuations, destruction of major cities, and the breakdown of government and social order as the disasters unfold. Ultimately, a small group of survivors make it to a refuge, with the world left in ruins but hope for rebuilding in the aftermath.
Left Behind: World at War
Both "2012" and "Left Behind: World at War" depict a global catastrophic event that threatens the existence of humanity. In "2012", the Earth's core is heating up, leading to massive geological disasters, while in "Left Behind", a sinister figure named Nicolae Carpathia orchestrates a biological attack and World War III. The movies follow groups of protagonists trying to survive the cataclysmic events and reach safety - in "2012" they aim to board arks that will allow them to survive, while in "Left Behind" they form a resistance group against Carpathia's forces. Both films feature scenes of widespread destruction and chaos as the catastrophes unfold. The protagonists face moral dilemmas and make sacrifices to protect their loved ones. Ultimately, a small group of survivors emerges in each movie, suggesting hope for the future despite the devastation.
Ice Planet
Both "2012" and "Ice Planet" revolve around a catastrophic global event that threatens the survival of humanity. In "2012", the Earth's core is heating up due to neutrinos, leading to cataclysmic natural disasters, while in "Ice Planet", an alien invasion decimates human colonies and Earth itself. In both films, a select group of people are evacuated to arks/spaceships as a means of survival, with the wealthy able to purchase tickets in "2012". The protagonists, including scientists and ordinary people, must undertake perilous journeys to reach the arks/spaceships and escape the impending doom. Both movies depict the destruction of major cities and landmarks as the catastrophes unfold. Ultimately, the survivors are left to start anew in a different location, with the arks reaching the Cape of Good Hope in "2012" and the Magellan transported to a new solar system in "Ice Planet".
Solar Attack
Both "2012" and "Solar Attack" depict catastrophic global disasters caused by astronomical phenomena that threaten the entire human race. In "2012", neutrinos from a solar flare heat up the Earth's core, leading to cataclysmic events like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. Similarly, in "Solar Attack", a series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the Sun knock out satellites and ignite the Earth's atmosphere, risking suffocation of all life. The movies share a common theme of a small group of scientists and government officials being aware of the impending disaster while the general public remains oblivious. Both films feature a race against time to devise and execute a plan to save humanity, involving the construction of arks/shelters and the use of unconventional methods like nuclear missiles. The protagonists in both movies are initially skeptical but eventually become convinced of the threat and take action to protect their families. They face challenges from government bureaucracy, conspiracy theorists, and the sheer scale of the disasters. Ultimately, the survival of a small portion of humanity is secured through the arks in "2012" and the atmospheric cooling in "Solar Attack".
Parts Per Billion
Both "Parts Per Billion" and "2012" depict an impending global catastrophe that threatens the survival of humanity. In "2012", it is a series of natural disasters caused by the heating of the Earth's core, while in "Parts Per Billion", it is a biological weapons attack that spreads toxins worldwide. The plots follow multiple groups of characters as they struggle to survive the crisis, including families trying to reunite and reach safety. Both movies explore themes of human resilience, the fragility of life, and the importance of relationships in the face of disaster. The stories culminate in the characters finding refuge, whether in the arks of "2012" or in makeshift shelters in "Parts Per Billion", as they attempt to rebuild and continue the human race after the catastrophic events.
Earth 2100
Both "2012" and "Earth 2100" depict catastrophic global events caused by climate change and environmental disasters. The plots follow the struggles of ordinary people trying to survive and find safety amidst worldwide crises. In "2012", neutrinos from a solar flare heat the Earth's core, triggering cataclysmic events like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. In "Earth 2100", rising temperatures and sea levels due to climate change lead to devastating hurricanes, droughts, pandemics, and the collapse of civilization. Both movies show governments attempting to construct arks or shelters to protect a select few, while the masses face dire consequences. The protagonists in each film embark on perilous journeys to reach these arks and ensure the survival of their families. Ultimately, both stories explore the theme of human resilience in the face of global catastrophe brought about by environmental upheaval.
Timelapse of the Future: A Journey to the End of Time
Both "Timelapse of the Future: A Journey to the End of Time" and "2012" depict catastrophic events that threaten the existence of life on Earth and humanity's struggle to survive. "2012" focuses on a series of natural disasters caused by the Earth's core heating up, leading to massive earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis that wipe out much of the world's population. Similarly, "Timelapse of the Future" portrays the eventual demise of Earth and the entire universe due to cosmic events like supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, and the Sun's expansion into a red giant. Both films explore the idea of a select group of people being chosen to survive and continue the human race, with "2012" showing the construction of arks to shelter the chosen ones, and "Timelapse of the Future" suggesting that advanced civilizations could create new universes or virtual realities to escape the ultimate end of the current universe. The movies share themes of humanity's resilience, the fragility of life, and the inevitability of cosmic forces beyond our control.
Breach
Both "2012" and "Breach" depict catastrophic, extinction-level events that threaten humanity's survival on Earth. In "2012", the Earth's core is heating up, causing massive geological disasters, while in "Breach", a parasitic force infects and decimates the human population. To escape the impending doom, a select group of survivors board massive arks/spaceships bound for new habitable lands - the Himalayas in "2012" and the colony "New Earth" in "Breach". The protagonists (Jackson Curtis and Noah) are initially outsiders who stow away on the arks to rescue their families. They face challenges from authority figures (Carl Anheuser and Admiral Adams) and encounter other survivors along the way. As the disasters unfold, the arks themselves face threats of failure, with the characters fighting to keep them operational. Ultimately, a small group of protagonists make it to the new lands, leaving the fate of the remaining humans uncertain as new threats emerge.
Goodbye World
Both "2012" and "Goodbye World" depict a catastrophic global event that leads to the breakdown of society and infrastructure. In "2012", this event is a series of natural disasters caused by the heating of the Earth's core, while in "Goodbye World", it is a computer virus that shuts down technological systems worldwide. The plots follow groups of people trying to survive the chaos and find safety, with the characters in "2012" seeking refuge on arks built by the government, and those in "Goodbye World" converging at an off-grid home. Both films explore themes of societal collapse, the fragility of modern civilization, and the struggle for survival in the face of disaster. The characters must confront personal conflicts and past issues while navigating the new, dangerous world. Ultimately, the survivors in both movies are forced to rebuild and adapt to a radically changed reality.