Geostorm (2017)


Directed by: Dean Devlin
Starring: Gerard Butler, Jim Sturgess, Abbie Cornish, Ed Harris, Andy García
Genre: Sci-Fi / Disaster / Action / Thriller
Runtime: 109 minutes
Geostorm is set in a near future where a global network of climate-control satellites—known as Dutch Boy—protects Earth from natural disasters. When the system malfunctions and begins triggering catastrophic weather events worldwide, its original creator, Jake Lawson (Gerard Butler), must travel to the International Space Station to uncover the cause. As deadly storms escalate and cities fall, political conspiracies emerge on Earth, revealing that the chaos may not be an accident at all.
The film mixes large-scale disaster spectacle with sci-fi technology and a political thriller subplot.
Massive disaster set pieces: frozen cities, firestorms, super-tornadoes, and tidal waves provide nonstop visual spectacle.
Gerard Butler brings rugged action-hero intensity, balancing technical expertise with emotional determination.
Political intrigue adds suspense, giving the film more layers than a standard disaster movie.
Fast pacing keeps the story moving, rarely slowing once the disasters begin.
High-concept sci-fi worldbuilding with futuristic satellites, orbital stations, and global coordination efforts.
Geostorm is a flashy, high-energy disaster thriller that embraces its over-the-top premise. While the plot is predictable and sometimes exaggerated, the film delivers entertainment through large-scale destruction, sci-fi action, and political tension. It’s ideal for viewers seeking a fun, effects-driven blockbuster.