Drama Science Fiction Thriller I Am Legend Collection

I Am Legend

Name: I Am Legend
Director: Francis Lawrence
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 2007-01-01
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Will Smith, Alice Braga, Charlie Tahan, Dash Mihok, Salli Richardson-Whitfield

2007Dir. Francis Lawrence1h 41m

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Runtime1h 41m

Released2007

Budget$150M

Box office$585.4M

DirectorFrancis Lawrence

About This Movie

I Am Legend is a fascinating take on the post-apocalyptic genre, mixing drama, sci-fi, and thriller elements. Will Smith's performance as Robert Neville stands out — he carries the film with a haunting sense of isolation and desperation. The atmosphere is heavy, especially in those empty NYC streets, beautifully shot while still feeling unsettling. The pacing can be a bit slow at times, but it builds tension effectively, drawing you into Neville's deteriorating mental state. The practical effects used for the infected are quite effective, adding to the overall dread. It feels like a study on humanity as much as a thriller, which gives it some distinct depth amid the chaos.

Released on December 14, 2007, by Warner Bros.Shot on location in New York City, enhancing the film's authenticity.Will Smith is the only actor seen for most of the film.Features practical effects combined with CGI for the infected.