When the big one finally hits L.A.
Various interconnected people struggle to survive when an earthquake of unimaginable magnitude hits Los Angeles, California.
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Long watch · 2h 3m
At 2h 3m it runs over two hours.
Action · Drama · Thriller
TMDB files it under action, drama, and thriller.
4 to rent · 4 to buy
Not listed on a subscription service. Listed to rent from 4 stores. Listed to buy from 4 stores.
6.1 / 10 on TMDB
TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 386 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.
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