Movies like Armageddon

While Transformers takes a more sci-fi approach, the high-octane action and world-saving stakes make it a kindred spirit to Armageddon. Giant robots and the battle to protect the Earth from their war is a recipe for an edge-of-your-seat experience.

For those who can't get enough of Mother Nature's wrath, Twister spins a tale of storm chasers on the hunt for tornadoes. Its combination of thrilling chase scenes and visual effects align well with the adrenaline-fueled entertainment of Armageddon.

The grand spectacle of alien invasion puts Independence Day squarely in line with Armageddon's blockbuster thrills. It's another race against time as humanity bands together to fight off an extraterrestrial threat, complete with all the explosive action a disaster movie aficionado could want.

Another disaster flick, The Day After Tomorrow, hits the mark with extreme weather events that plunge the world into a new Ice Age. Tight storytelling and intense sequences make it an easy fit for fans looking for Armageddon-level stakes.

If the idea of global catastrophe is what drew you to Armageddon, 2012's depiction of earth-shattering natural disasters and humanity's fight for survival is sure to thrill. The movie blends destruction on an epic scale with the personal stories of those struggling to escape it.

Sharing the 'end-of-the-world' theme with Armageddon, Deep Impact presents an ensemble cast faced with the possibility of a comet colliding with Earth. With its mix of personal drama and spectacular special effects, fans of high-stakes action will find this one hits close to home.

Poseidon offers a tale of survival in the face of natural disaster aboard a capsized luxury liner. The movie's tension and visual effects prowess will appeal to those who appreciate the urgent, high-stakes escape elements found in Armageddon.