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201190 minGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

When Aliens Attack

201190 minGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Consulting a cast of world-renowned scientists and defense experts, the program examines how an extra-terrestrial force might attack Earth.

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Louis C. Tarantino

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Consulting a cast of world-renowned scientists and defense experts, the program examines how an extra-terrestrial force might attack Earth.

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Louis C. Tarantinodirector

Jesse Evanswriter

Savas Georgaliswriter

James Lurie

James Luriecast

Seth Shostak

Seth Shostakcast

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A team of world-renowned scientists and defense experts gather to discuss a hypothetical scenario: an extraterrestrial attack on Earth. National Geographic presents insights into the motivations behind such an invasion and the potential strategies that alien forces might employ. The documentary also considers how humanity could effectively respond to an assault. With a runtime of 90 minutes, "When Aliens Attack" presents a detailed examination of this unsettling possibility.

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