10 Must-Watch Dramas About Panic

Description: This film explores the panic and societal breakdown as humanity faces an impending comet strike. The tension builds as the world grapples with the knowledge of its potential end.

Fact: The film was released in the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two comet/asteroid disaster movies.

Description: A tale of a fishing boat crew caught in a monstrous storm, this film captures the essence of panic as the crew battles for survival against overwhelming odds.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Andrea Gail, a swordfishing boat lost at sea during the 1991 Perfect Storm.

Description: When the Earth's core stops spinning, panic ensues as scientists race against time to save the planet from catastrophic events.

Fact: The film's premise, while scientifically implausible, was inspired by real theories about the Earth's core and its potential impact on the planet's magnetic field.

Description: This film captures the essence of panic as it portrays a sudden global weather shift leading to a new ice age. The chaos and desperation as people fight for survival amidst catastrophic weather events make it a perfect fit for this list.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. It was also one of the first major films to use CGI extensively for weather effects.

Description: This apocalyptic film showcases the panic and chaos as the world faces cataclysmic events predicted by the Mayan calendar.

Fact: The film's special effects were so extensive that it was one of the most expensive films ever made at the time of its release.

Description: A chilling depiction of a global health crisis, 'Contagion' explores the panic and chaos that ensue when a deadly virus spreads rapidly. The film's realistic portrayal of panic in the face of an unknown threat makes it a standout.

Fact: The film was praised for its scientific accuracy, with medical experts consulted during production. It also eerily predicted some aspects of the 2020 global health crisis.

Description: Based on a true story, this film captures the panic and fear during the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. The raw emotion and the struggle for survival amidst the chaos make it a compelling watch.

Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, and the cast and crew experienced real-life panic when a tsunami warning was issued during filming.

Description: This film recounts the real-life Coast Guard rescue mission during a severe storm, highlighting the panic and heroism in the face of nature's fury.

Fact: The movie was filmed in Massachusetts, where the actual event took place, and the crew faced real-life challenges similar to those depicted in the film.

Description: A Norwegian film about a geologist who predicts a catastrophic tsunami, 'The Wave' captures the panic and urgency of the impending disaster.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life geological event known as the Åknes rockslide, which could potentially cause a tsunami in Norway.

Description: A classic British film that explores the panic and societal breakdown as nuclear testing leads to catastrophic climate changes.

Fact: The film was one of the first to deal with the theme of environmental disaster caused by human actions.