The Day the Earth Stood Still 2008 is a science fiction film directed by Scott Derrickson and starring Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith, John Cleese, Jon Hamm, and Kathy Bates. It is a remake of the 1951 film of the same name, which was based on the 1940 short story "Farewell to the Master".
The film was released on December 12, 2008, and received mixed reviews from critics. It was a financial success, grossing over $233 million worldwide.
The film tells the story of an alien named Klaatu (Keanu Reeves) who comes to Earth to warn of an impending global crisis. He is accompanied by a giant robot named Gort. Klaatu meets with a group of scientists, including Dr. Helen Benson (Jennifer Connelly), and tries to convince them that the only way to save Earth is to destroy all human technology.