People switch off at 12 minutes! That is heresy! When one starts a Minty, one finishes the Minty video! You are a national treasure, dude. Been watching your videos for 4 or 5 years now.

Minty, the machines were buried but the aliens arrived in the bolts of lightning

Fun Fact: HG Wells The War of the Worlds and Bram Stokers Dracula were both first published in 1897 and only weeks apart from each other.

I remember watching this movie in the theater and the sound of the tripods siren was so strong and deep that gave me goosebumps.

Here is another trivia: Evrything in the movie being rushed meant VFX artists had to work around the clock for months in order to deliver the shots in the short deadline. It was done basically as a favor but after that many productions asked to have the "War of the World" treatment and the work conditions in VFX started deteriorating with shorter delays and still asking for higher quality. So many brun outs were caused by the special treatment this movie received.

I love the shot where the camera appears to go inside the car, from occupant to occupant and then seamlessly out again. Many friends didn’t even notice that until I pointed it out to them.

Fun Fact: In the 2005 remake of *"War of The* *Worlds",* Steven Spielberg actually reunited with one of his actors from the 1975 summer blockbuster: *"JAWS".* That actor was Jonathan Filley, who played Tom Cassidy, the drunk boyfriend of Chrissie Watkins aka the First Shark Victim. Jonathan, however, never worked as an actor in another film since *"JAWS",* and he worked in *"WOTW '05"* as the Unit Production Manager (New York). Other credits for him include working as a Location Manager in films such as *"Tootsie"* (1982) and *"Regarding Henry"* (1991) just to name a few, and he also worked in many other films as a producer, co-producer, and executive producer.

I saw this at the theatre and I still enjoy it to this day. I watch it on DVD probably 3-4 times a year. It never gets old. One of my favorites.

How the people are disintegrated into dust is definitely better than showing gore and scarier, I think the wailing sound made by the alien machines adds an extra chill to that effect also. And the unnerving way the people act in fear of their lives trying to drag Ray and his kids from the car really shows human nature in its true form. As a fan of the original which I first saw back in the mid 60s which is the better film? The 2005 version is the most realistic of the two but both are equally entertaining. Great video Minty, keep em coming.

I thought the machines were buried and the Aliens got transported to them via the lightning, rather than awakened. Will need to watch again soon, enjoyed this film at the time.

I saw this at the drive in, which added to the creepy feel and made us feel like we were part of the movie. The whole time we were expecting the tripods to walk through the trees. At the end people clapped and then Batman Begins played afterward, which made this a great overall experience.

I, for one Minty, watch all your videos from start to finish

I was listening to this driving to work this morning and was thinking just how comforting your channel always is for me. Going through tons of stress right now, hardships. But this channel always feels like home for some reason. I’ve been watching for a few years now and it’s always done the same for me. Thought I’d take the time to say that and thank you for unknowingly keeping me up. Good day Sir. 🙏

The original 1950's is the classic World of the Wars for me.

Minty's "Let's check it out!" has become a popular phrase in work 😂

12 minutes..I watch you all the way till the end..bless you minty

I guess you weren't paying attention to what happened in the movie. The Aliens really came from outer space carried by "lightning" only their machines, the Tripods were buried under the ground.

It's not a Tom Cruise movie without that Tom Cruise running scene 😁

Love this film. Especially as a parent always protecting his kid. Never knew the grandparents were the original movie actors. Cool!

I love that the plane crash site was used on the UH tour. Thats kinda what you hope to see on the tour, actually used sets and not just premade pieces (not that I’m complaining)

This movie is amazing and this video does well to highlight why it is special.

For the record, the 1953 version showed people at their worst too. They destroyed scientific instruments that would study the aliens and stole the trucks carrying them to escape the advancing Martians.

The way the tripods are first introduced is terrifying and brilliant, how it should be done....... Will enjoy this minty ❤❤

Impossible to switch off. Awesome and etertaining videos! 😊

I'm from the New Jersey town that was one of the locations for War Of The Worlds, Bayonne. Ray's house was the house of a former co-worker's grandfather. I didn't get to be an extra but I heard that Cruise and Spielberg were nice to my fellow Bayonne citizens.

First film I ever saw multiple times in theaters. The sound design and the visuals were just so engulfing

MINTY! Rewatch the film. The machines are hidden underground. The Drivers ride the lightning to pilot them. The pilots are not buried with the machines.

I saw the crashed Boeing 747 that was used in this movie at Universal Studios Hollywood 2 years ago.

Minty, you ARE the MAN!!!

Love this film so much.

I NEVER SWITCH OFF! I ALWAYS WATCH YOUR VIDEOS FROM BEGINING TO END!!❤❤❤❤

Spiderman 2 came out in 2004, WotW came out in 2005. They did not compete at the box office.

Never stop at 12 minutes, always watch to the end. Keep posting great content brother!

I never switch your videos off after 12 minutes. I'm hooked every time! You're awesome, Minty!

Ive always found it funny that people take issue with the ending even though it has ALWAYS been the ending.

Always great videos! Thank you! 😍

Love your videos, always watch until the very end

Love your videos Mitty. Keep up the good work man. War of the Worlds will always be a classic forever.

Minty Comedic Arts, This is fantastic! I subscribed because I love it!

Minty, I watch every one of your videos from start to finish. And always give a Like. Thank you for all your hard work!

This is a great video, in my opinion your best yet. Thanks for making it !

I've never switched off from you Minty. Always top notch, plenty of great content, and things I didn't know. Enjoyed every video. Thanks Minty!!!

I don't believe the aliens from Close Encounters are entirely friendly. The formerly missing large sea vessel being found in the middle of a landlocked desert is extremely intimidating, to say the least.

Despite not being a TC fan, i've always liked this. Great review

I appreciate your work, Minty. Thank you. 🙏🏼❤️

Love the channel, I don't know about people switching off at 12 minutes but I love the longer videos. Can't believe you haven't did one of Lightning Jack with Paul Hogan yet.

I always love to watch your videos from start to finish. I find them very informative and entertaining!

The plane crash set at Universal Studios Hollywood is my favorite part of the Tram tour. I've seen the crash set over 10x and it still amazes me. The movie is pretty good too.

Awesome as always and I always watch all your videos until the end no matter how long they are. I have to see you do the wave and say “See Ya!!”

Really enjoy the content on your channel keep up the brilliant job 🎥👍👍👍

Thanks for video Minty 👍I always watch the whole video! I never leave at 12 minutes!! Love the SPAM in the background 👍

These videos are awesome...thank you for all of them. Would love to see your take on 1980s "The Final Countdown" with Kirk Douglas and Martin Sheen!

Just so you know I love your videos Mindy, and I always watch till the end

Love this review Minty! One thing though about them being buried. The aliens came to the machines that were buried. They came on the lightning which was alien tech. The machines were buried. The aliens were not. You taught me a lot I did not know, especially about the friendship between Spielberg and Cruise being the reason for the movie!

The aliens weren't here underground, only their tech. They rode the lightning down to their tripods.

Love your content always to the end!!🫵👍

Another awesome video respect

Thank you Minty! You are awesome!

Thanks for this one Minty!!! Not being a huge Tom Cruise fan, I really loved this movie!! Rewatching many times!! Keep up your great work!!!! ❤❤❤

I always finish your videos!! Who would dare shut off before the end? Top three are always the best. Please keep up the amazing work.

I’ve never switched off a video from my man minty until the video was over. Love your videos man keep doing what you’re doing.

Hey Minty, Your videos are always fun and entertaining to me, even when you are talking about some things I already know. Your enthusiasm and love for all of these movies, whether they are awesome, goofy, horrible, tragic, historic or otherwise, always brings a smile or outright laughs to my face! I never abandon your videos. GOD Bless Minty and all of my fellow Minty Fans!

love your work sir

Never turned a Minty video off early. We love ya bud, keep it going.

Excellent review Minty!! Fantastic movie.

Love your videos

We love your reviews Minty

Every. Episode. To. The. End. You do great work! Keep it up!

That seeing where the public try pull out Tom Cruise and his kids was very nerve-wracking and hearing the sound of the van stopping after each gunshot was creepy.

Been watching your videos for almost 3yrs now you really have a talent dude

Nice presentation, and Minty, I ALWAYS watch your videos all the way through, and always want more. :) Be well, and keep doing what you do. Yours, SammyC

A movie about growth as a father. I never noticed that, but your right. Thanks for the reviews Minty.

Great vid minty!

Went on an extended tour of Universal's back lot... You get to go through the prop warehouse, costumes, walk around some of sets & stuff. & of course the plane! It's still a mess lol This movie will always be a great example of its genre, very thrilling.

I watch the whole video. 2005 war of the worlds is how a remake should be done.

12 min? I ALWAYS watch the whole video cause Minty has so much awesome packed into one episode, I don't want to miss a minute of it!

i have rewatched this movie countless times, especially the first appearance. And John Williams created such threatening score, perfect for the movie.

I don’t even like Tom cruise but I’ll like this….for you, minty! Keep up the good work!

Thanks for another very interesting and engaging video, Minty. I really had a problem with the Martian war machines being previously buried underground. Additionally, the electrical bolts were apparently meant to be the Martians themselves being transferred down to their vehicles. This raises so many questions that it undermines the intentional grittier, lower key approach of the rest of the movie.

I *Really* enjoy all your videos! 12 minutes!?! What’s wrong with these people? You always deliver an excellent synopsis of every movie. Thank you. ✔️👍

I always watch the whole video because I really like your videos and have been watching your channel for a long time. I really liked the movie.

This was one of, if not THE most intense movie I have ever seen. At least that was my reaction upon leaving the movie theater after seeing it for the first time. Probably because it was like you described: disturbing, creepy, somber and tragic! Even watching your vid about the movie gave me shivers at times.

My favorite movie! Thanks

Good Morning Minty, cool video as always, you take care and have a great weekend sir

You're going all Vin Diesel! I was cracking up when you said this! Hahahahahaha

I, for one, always watch your videos to the end. I loved Spielberg's version of War of the Worlds. The personal story about fatherhood did indeed add that personal, character-driven aspect of the film and it made a huge difference for the better. There were some VFX shots that were genuinely frightening because so many of them were shot/created from the 1st-person POV. It's hard for a film to really get in my gut like this one did, I've seen too many of them (and loved them all), plus having worked in the world of filmmaking, VFX and CGI for many years now, I know how the tricks are done and can spot them immediately.

I live 10 minutes away from the sight where they shot the first appearance of the aliens on Ferry Street, Newark, New Jersey. I used to go there every week to eat at good restaurants they had around the area, this particular day we get there and the whole block is closed, we asked around what’s happening, they told us Tom Cruise was shooting a movie there, we decided to stick around a bit since so many people were, after 20 minutes, we see Tom Cruise running around, after that we left and looked forward to go see the movie in theater. Loved it, and to this day every time I go to Newark and pass that church I remember that day. Another fun fact is that, my high school friend’s neighbor had a dental office right in at a location they needed to close for the movie, he was offered money to close his business during shooting, he declined and asked to have a silent part at any point in the movie, his request was granted and he is one of the extra with a two second clear shot side by side with Tom Cruise. Love the channel mate!

Just got here. Great content.

The Martians weren’t buried, the machines were. The Martians came in on those bolts of lightning in capsules. This was even said in the movie by the reporter character who caught it on tape. She showed Ray this in slow motion.

I really enjoyed this film when it came out. I found the sound that alien's vehicles/ships to be one of most terrifying features. Like some kind of guttural horn of impending doom. And, I agree with Minty of people just being evaporated into literal dust was wayyyy more scary than any blood, guts and gore. That scene where Tom is absolutely covered in the human dust particles was horrifying. Yeahhh, Tom did seem pretty inhinged during this time period. The couch jumping incident and some really aggressive and bizarre interviews were floating around. I absolutely think his peculiar behavior hurt the film. As always, Minty! Great video!! ❤ 👽🪼🛸💨😳🙀🛋🤸‍♂️

Thank you. This is my fav Tom Cruise movie! Love it.

Great vid!

Love you videos...Love movies...This film is CRAZY...................Ralph Onofrio.

I just watched this about a month ago, and it's still a great movie. Also, I always watch your videos until the end.

Love the original just as much as this one. Always watch it ever so often can’t deny that BEEEYOW!!! Sound from the tripods Epic🤘🏽

Made it to the end, Minty you pulled off another banger review, love you man!

I read the book and still liked the movie. Decision to move the plot in the modern world instead of ending of 19 century didn't hurt, the only scene from the book I missed was a dreadnought attack on one of the tripods, wish they made a scene with an Arleigh Burke destroyer attempting to destroy a tripod in the movie. Decision to scrap the cylinders from Mars and make aliens come out from underground was perfect for a horror-type movie. Besides, after movies like Independance Day (which is still good and I rewatch it sometimes) seeing something as dark as War of the Worlds was really refreshing, new, scary in a fun way. The fact it was done in such a rush make it even more astonishing. WotW is one of my fav movies. And I also like Spielberg and Cruise, they're always try their best to deliver a cool movie. :) (Sorry for my bad English)

I finish every video I start. Your videos are always a blast! Come on people, get it together & work on your damn attention span.

Thanks mate. I remember not liking this movie despite apparently buying it on DVD so I think I will have to give it a rewatch.

Y'know it's amazing how many times this classic Sci-Fi novel has been adapted into dozens of movies, a television series, a miniseries and even comic books.