Extinction

About Extinction

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• Making / Production
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About

Extinction is a science fiction drama TV show from 2018. The plot centers around Peter, a father who has recurring nightmares of losing his family, but his world is turned upside down when the planet is invaded by an unknown alien force. As he fights to protect his family, Peter discovers a hidden truth about himself that could change everything.

Making / Production

The TV show Extinction was directed by Ben Young and written by Spenser Cohen and Brad Kane. It was produced by David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman under the production company Mandeville Films.

Actors

• Michael Peña as Peter - Michael Peña portrays the main character, Peter, a family man struggling with his recurring nightmares and the sudden alien invasion.
• Lizzy Caplan as Alice - Lizzy Caplan plays Alice, Peter's wife, who must confront the challenges of the invasion alongside her husband.
• Mike Colter as David - Mike Colter takes on the role of David, a close friend of Peter who becomes a key ally in the fight against the aliens.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was initially titled "Extinction" but was later rebranded as "Extinction" by Netflix for its release.
• The movie features a unique twist on the alien invasion genre, focusing more on personal relationships and internal struggles.

Awards

There were no major awards won by Extinction.

Quotes

• "We're not prisoners of the past; we're prisoners of the future we think we deserve." - Peter
• "Sometimes you have to get your hands dirty to protect the ones you love." - Alice

Music

• The musical score for Extinction was composed by Nima Fakhrara, adding tension and emotion to the storytelling.
• The soundtrack features a blend of orchestral arrangements and electronic elements to enhance the sci-fi atmosphere of the show.

Soundtrack

The official soundtrack for Extinction is not widely available, but fans of the show can enjoy the immersive music within the episodes.