Top 10 Evacuation Action Films

Description: After a luxury liner capsizes, survivors must navigate through the ship to evacuate. The film's focus on escape and survival makes it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning two. The set design was so realistic that it was reused for other films.

Description: A classic disaster film where the evacuation of a burning skyscraper becomes a race against time. The film showcases the ingenuity and bravery required to save lives.

Fact: The film was a result of two competing studios merging their similar projects. It was one of the first films to be released with a PG rating.

Description: In this dystopian action film, Manhattan has become a maximum-security prison, and the President must be evacuated after his plane crashes there. The film's premise revolves around the evacuation of a single, high-profile individual.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use the concept of a city as a prison. The iconic eye patch worn by Snake Plissken was originally a plot device to cover an injury but became a defining feature of the character.

Description: Facing an impending comet strike, this film showcases the global effort to evacuate millions to safety. The tension of the evacuation process, especially the lottery for survival, adds a unique layer to the action.

Fact: The film was originally set to be released in 1997 but was delayed due to the release of "Armageddon," which had a similar plot. The comet in the film was named E.L.E. (Extinction Level Event).

Description: While not a traditional evacuation, the film depicts the desperate attempts of a fishing boat crew to escape a monstrous storm. The evacuation of the crew from their doomed vessel is a central theme.

Fact: The film was based on the book by Sebastian Junger, which chronicled the real-life events. The storm in the movie was recreated using a combination of CGI and real water tanks.

Description: This film captures the chaos of a sudden global weather shift, forcing mass evacuations from cities like New York. The evacuation scenes are intense, with characters battling against time and nature's wrath.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. The iconic scene where the Statue of Liberty is frozen was created using a 1/5 scale model.

Description: This film recounts the harrowing experience of a family during the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, focusing on their struggle to evacuate and reunite amidst the disaster's aftermath.

Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, and the production team worked closely with survivors to ensure authenticity.

Description: Based on a true story, this film follows the Coast Guard's daring rescue mission to evacuate the crew of a sinking oil tanker. The evacuation scenes are filled with suspense and real-life heroism.

Fact: The movie was shot in Massachusetts, where the actual event took place. The film used practical effects for many of the water scenes to capture the authenticity of the rescue.

Description: Christopher Nolan's epic war film captures the evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk during WWII. The film's narrative weaves together the perspectives of land, sea, and air, highlighting the evacuation's complexity.

Fact: Nolan used real vintage aircraft and ships to recreate the historical event. The film was shot in IMAX, giving viewers an immersive experience of the evacuation.

Description: This British film deals with the aftermath of nuclear testing causing the Earth's axis to shift, leading to global evacuations. The film's unique premise and evacuation scenes are compelling.

Fact: The film was shot in black and white, with color used only for the ending to signify the change in the Earth's atmosphere.