Armageddon is a 1998 science fiction action film starring Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, Billy Bob Thornton, and Liv Tyler. The film follows a group of skilled oil drillers who are sent to an asteroid headed for Earth in order to detonate a nuclear device and save humanity. The film was a box office success, grossing over $553 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of 1998.
Bruce Willis stars as Harry S. Stamper, a veteran oil driller who had previously served in the U.S. military and is recruited by NASA to lead a team of drillers to detonate a nuclear device on an asteroid that is on a collision course with Earth. Harry is accompanied by his daughter, Grace (Liv Tyler), and a team of roughneck drillers, including A.J. Frost (Ben Affleck), Chick (Will Patton), and Rockhound (Steve Buscemi). They are aided by the onboard computer, known as "Deep Core" (voiced by Charlton Heston).
The team is sent to the asteroid to set off the nuclear device, but they encounter various obstacles, from an unexpected asteroid storm to an alien species living on the asteroid. In the end, they are successful in their mission and save the Earth from destruction.
Bruce Willis is known for his tough-guy roles and his ability to project a certain charm and charisma. He is one of the most recognizable actors of all time and has appeared in numerous films, including Die Hard, Pulp Fiction, and The Sixth Sense. He has won several awards for his work, including the Golden Globe for Best Actor for his performance in Armageddon.
Ben Affleck is an Academy Award-winning actor and director. He is best known for his roles in Good Will Hunting, Pearl Harbor, and Argo. He first gained recognition for his work in Armageddon, where he played the role of A.J. Frost, the youngest member of Harry's team.
Billy Bob Thornton is an Academy Award-winning actor, screenwriter, and director. He has appeared in numerous films, including Armageddon, Sling Blade, Bad Santa, and Monster's Ball. He won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for his work on Sling Blade.
Liv Tyler is an American actress and model. She is best known for her roles in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Armageddon, and The Strangers. She has also starred in several television series, including Empire and The
