Top 10 Sci-Fi Flood Movies You Can’t Miss

Description: Set in a future where the polar ice caps have melted, submerging most of Earth, this film follows a drifter navigating a world of water, searching for the mythical dry land.

Fact: "Waterworld" was one of the most expensive films ever made at the time, with a budget of around $175 million. It was also the first film to be released on video while it was still being shown in theaters.

Description: While primarily about a comet strike, the aftermath includes massive tsunamis and flooding, making it a fitting entry for this list with its focus on humanity's response to impending doom.

Fact: The film was released in the same year as another comet disaster movie, "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two.

Description: Although not strictly sci-fi, this film features a heist during a massive flood, offering a thrilling narrative with a backdrop of rising waters.

Fact: The film was shot on a set that was flooded with 17 million gallons of water, making it one of the largest indoor water sets ever built.

Description: Based on a true story, this film captures the harrowing experience of a fishing boat crew caught in a massive storm, leading to flooding and extreme conditions.

Fact: The film was criticized for its portrayal of the real events, but it was praised for its realistic depiction of the storm and the effects of flooding.

Description: This blockbuster film imagines a sudden global weather shift that leads to catastrophic flooding in New York City, showcasing the power of nature against human civilization.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. It was also one of the first films to use CGI extensively for weather effects.

Description: This Roland Emmerich disaster epic features a global cataclysm where the Earth's crust shifts, causing massive tsunamis and flooding, showcasing humanity's struggle for survival.

Fact: The film required over 1,300 visual effects shots, making it one of the most effects-heavy films of its time.

Description: Based on the true story of a family caught in the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, this film focuses on the aftermath of the flooding and the struggle for survival.

Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, and used real footage from the disaster to enhance its authenticity.

Description: This film recounts the true story of the Coast Guard's rescue mission during a massive storm that splits a tanker in half, leading to flooding and rescue operations.

Fact: The film was shot in a real-life location where the events took place, using a combination of practical effects and CGI to recreate the storm.

Description: A Norwegian disaster film about a geologist who predicts a massive rockslide that triggers a tsunami, leading to flooding in a small town.

Fact: "The Wave" was Norway's submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards.

Description: This British film depicts a catastrophic flood in London caused by a storm surge, exploring the city's response and the personal stories of those affected.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life flooding of the Thames Barrier, which protects London from tidal surges.