In 1996, "Independence Day" hit cinemas. It showed never-before-seen images, packaged as light popcorn entertainment.

The makers of the blockbusting sci-fi thriller reveal how they made a hit, why Kevin Spacey was almost involved and what went wrong with the sequel ...

Nearly 30 years after its release, the alien invasion blockbuster remains one of the most beloved sci-fi films ever made.

The 1996 hit helped launch one of Hollywood's biggest stars just as intellectual property was becoming the industry's biggest draw ...