Extinction (2018) is a science-fiction thriller that blends apocalyptic spectacle with emotional family drama and unexpected twists.

Michael Peña stars as Peter, a factory worker plagued by disturbing visions of an alien invasion, delivering a heartfelt and increasingly intense performance as a man struggling to protect his family while questioning his own sanity.

Lizzy Caplan plays Alice, Peter’s strong and pragmatic wife, whose emotional grounding and resilience balance the film’s escalating chaos. The cast is rounded out by Israel Broussard and Lexy Kolker as their children, adding urgency and emotional stakes to the story.

Directed by Ben Young, Extinction stands out for its focus on perspective, memory, and survival, using its cast’s performances to slowly transform a familiar invasion story into a more thought-provoking exploration of identity and humanity.