20 movies about hurricanes and tornadoes: part 1

We are pleased to present you a selection where the heroes come face to face with an angry Mother Nature. Here you will find stories about unexpected disasters, as well as thrillers with various creatures brought by the weather. Our list includes both new movies and old but exciting projects about tornadoes, tornadoes, and hurricanes.

Force of Nature (2020)

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A powerful hurricane is approaching the island, and the police have to evacuate the residents. In one of the high-rise buildings, a stubborn elderly man who does not want to leave his apartment, a former policeman named Ray, is found. At the same time, armed robbers break into the building. Now danger awaits the heroes not only outside but also inside. The experienced ex-policeman Ray will have to join forces with the young officer Cardillo and his partner Jess to resist the criminals and the elements.

Crawl (2019)

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When a powerful hurricane hits Florida, swimmer Hayley ignores evacuation orders to search for her missing father in the chaos. The girl finds her husband unconscious in the basement of their almost flooded house, where they and their dog find themselves in trouble. However, water is not the only danger they have to deal with, as alligators roam nearby. The tense movie, in which a father and daughter are trapped in a tornado, keeps your attention until the very end. So, who will be the first to reach this group – predatory animals or the ruthless elements?

Grand Isle (2019)

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Buddy is ready to take on any job to provide for his wife and daughter. And this time he accepts a part-time job – the task is to repair the fence near the house of a former Marine. But a sudden hurricane invasion forces him to stay overnight in this house, which is home to an unusual family – the homeowner’s wife, Fancy, suffers from obvious mental health issues. This accidental part-time job will change Buddy’s life forever.

The Hurricane Heist (2018)

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A dynamic feature film about a heist in a hurricane, created by the director of the acclaimed Fast and Furious movie, full of drive, shootouts and high danger. The plot centers on a gang of robbers who seek to get rich by stealing several hundred million dollars. The terrible elements become the perfect cover for the criminals and an opportunity to escape from their pursuers. However, the robbers did not take into account that the local meteorologists and the head of the security service are already aware of their plans. Together, these people are ready to stop the thieves from carrying out their bold plan.

Geostorm (2017)

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The disaster film reveals a future reality in which frequent tornadoes, hurricanes and tornadoes pose a formidable threat to all of humanity. In order to protect civilization, scientists create a network of satellites in orbit designed to control the climate. However, three years later, the well-established system begins to malfunction: a natural anomaly destroys a small settlement in Afghanistan, and a similar danger threatens the entire world. Now the heroes of this sci-fi thriller are forced to quickly identify and fix the problem before the geostorm destroys all life on Earth.

High Tides (2016)

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A powerful hurricane threatens to overflow the North Sea and destroy settlements on the coasts of Belgium and the Netherlands. The government is unprepared for this natural disaster and does not have time to organize the evacuation of the residents. The highly rated European drama has become one of the most spectacular projects in this field, surpassing even American works. The multi-episode film about the storm and hurricane will feature different storylines describing the experiences of different people who find themselves in the center of dangerous events – from ordinary citizens to officials trying to find a solution to the problem.

Into the Storm (2014)

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The cities of Oklahoma are hit by a series of powerful tornadoes that bring destruction. Residents are forced to seek shelter in shelters or flee for their lives. However, there is a brave team that decides to face this natural anomaly – they go to meet the tornadoes, seeking to test themselves and make a fascinating report. In a specially equipped car, the “tornado hunters” risk their lives chasing the destructive tornadoes.

Hours (2013)

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An unusual disaster film from the United States focuses on the experiences of one character who finds himself left alone not only with the natural elements, but also with personal tragedies. At a time when the city is facing the devastating Hurricane Katrina, this man has lost the person he loves most. His wife died during childbirth, but the baby was saved. Now the father has to fight for the life of his newborn daughter, as a real storm is unfolding outside the hospital.

Mega Cyclone (2011)

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This time, the threat came from where it was least expected – a terrible storm is approaching Earth from the depths of Jupiter. An ominous red tornado appears over a small town, enveloping everything in darkness and accompanied by thunder and claps of thunder. A huge red spot, absorbing everything in its path, can turn our planet into a lifeless space in just a few days. To prevent this threat, several teenagers with a strange professor as their leader take up the cause.

Take Shelter (2011)

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This is a disturbing thriller that does not rely on special effects, but on hidden, invisible fear and an inner premonition of tragedy. Curtis lives in a small provincial town with his wife and disabled daughter. Despite the fact that they do not have enough money, they consider themselves a happy family. But suddenly Curtis begins to have terrifying dreams about the coming apocalypse that follows the storm. Deciding to build a shelter in the backyard, he causes concern not only among his wife but also among his neighbors, and his strange behavior begins to disturb the social peace.

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