10 Ice Age Thrillers to Freeze Your Blood

Description: Although set in the Andes, the survival story of a Uruguayan rugby team after a plane crash parallels the harsh conditions of an Ice Age. The film's focus on survival, human spirit, and the will to live amidst freezing conditions fits our theme.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the 1972 Andes flight disaster. The survivors' real-life ordeal included resorting to cannibalism to survive, which is depicted in the film.

Description: After a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, a billionaire, a photographer, and their guide must survive not only the cold but also each other. The film's setting and the theme of survival against the elements make it a thrilling watch.

Fact: The film was shot in Alberta, Canada, where the crew faced real-life challenges like bears and freezing temperatures. Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin did much of their own stunts.

Description: This film takes the concept of an Ice Age to a modern setting, where climate change triggers a global catastrophe, plunging the world into a new ice age overnight. It's a thrilling race against time as survivors navigate through a frozen New York City.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. The iconic scene of the helicopter crashing into the library was done with practical effects.

Description: Set during the last Ice Age, this epic adventure follows a young hunter on a quest to rescue his tribe's people from slavers. The film's prehistoric setting and the struggle for survival amidst the ice make it an intriguing addition to our list.

Fact: The film's director, Roland Emmerich, is known for his disaster films, making this a unique blend of his style with a historical backdrop. The film's woolly mammoths were created using a combination of CGI and animatronics.

Description: Three skiers are stranded on a chairlift after the resort closes, facing freezing temperatures and the threat of hypothermia. This modern-day survival thriller captures the essence of being trapped in an icy environment.

Fact: The film was shot in Utah, where the crew had to deal with real-life freezing conditions. The story is loosely based on a real incident that happened in

Description: After a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, a group of oil workers must survive not only the harsh environment but also a pack of wolves. The film's icy setting and the theme of survival against all odds make it a perfect fit for this list.

Fact: The film was shot in Smithers, British Columbia, where the crew had to deal with real-life freezing temperatures. Liam Neeson performed many of his own stunts.

Description: While not explicitly about the Ice Age, the film's setting in the 1820s American wilderness, with its harsh winter conditions, captures the essence of survival in an icy environment. Hugh Glass's journey for revenge amidst the snow and ice is a thrilling watch.

Fact: Leonardo DiCaprio won an Oscar for his role, and the film was shot in harsh conditions in Canada and Argentina, with real-life temperatures dropping to -40°C.

Description: While not directly about the Ice Age, this film captures the essence of survival in icy conditions. It's based on the true story of the 1952 Coast Guard rescue mission in a raging New England storm, where the sea turns into a frozen hell.

Fact: The film was shot in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with the crew enduring real-life harsh weather conditions to capture the authenticity of the story. The rescue depicted in the film is considered one of the most daring in Coast Guard history.

Description: A pilot crashes in the Arctic and must survive with the help of an Inuit woman. The film's setting in the frozen north and the theme of survival against the odds make it a compelling addition to our list.

Fact: The film was shot in Nunavut, Canada, with real-life Inuit actors and crew, providing an authentic portrayal of the region's culture and environment.

Description: A group of truck drivers must navigate the treacherous ice roads of Manitoba to save trapped miners. The film's setting and the theme of survival in extreme conditions make it a fitting end to our list.

Fact: The film was shot in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where the crew had to deal with real-life ice road conditions. Liam Neeson stars, adding to his list of survival thrillers.