It's the end of the world as we know it.

by BA_Harrison | Public

My top ten apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic films.
10 titles
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior 1. Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)

R | 96 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

7.6

Possibly the best example of the genre.

Miracle Mile 2. Miracle Mile (1988)

R | 87 min | Action, Drama, Romance

7

A thoroughly depressing but unforgettable thriller starring Anthony Edwards.

Dawn of the Dead 3. Dawn of the Dead (2004)

R | 101 min | Action, Horror

7.3

Zack Snyder's impressive retelling of George Romero's zombie classic.

The Ultimate Warrior 4. The Ultimate Warrior (1975)

R | 94 min | Action, Sci-Fi

5.6

Bad-ass baldy Yul Brynner takes on street gangs in this awesome 70s action flick from the director of Enter The Dragon.

Mad Max 5. Mad Max (1979)

R | 88 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

6.8

Don't mess with Max Rockatansky!

Planet of the Apes 6. Planet of the Apes (1968)

G | 112 min | Adventure, Sci-Fi

8

Am I giving anything away by including this on my list? I doubt it....

Night of the Comet 7. Night of the Comet (1984)

PG-13 | 95 min | Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

6.3

Excellent cult sci-fi flick.

The Quiet Earth 8. The Quiet Earth (1985)

R | 91 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi

6.7

Brilliant sci-fi from Down Under.

Logan's Run 9. Logan's Run (1976)

PG | 119 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

6.8

One from my childhood (and the film that introduced me to the charms of Jenny Agutter).

Day of the Dead 10. Day of the Dead (1985)

Not Rated | 101 min | Horror, Thriller

7.1

Excellent gore effects and a damn good apocalyptic vibe.