---
title: "Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/alien-invasion-s-u-m-1-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 457665
imdb_id: "tt4279116"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 77
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/alien-invasion-s-u-m-1-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 is a science fiction film released in 2017 with a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes. The narrative is set in a world where an aggressive race of aliens has taken over the planet, forcing the remaining human population to live in giant bunkers located underground. The story follows a young military rookie named S.U.M.1, portrayed by actor Iwan Rheon. Tasked with a mission to protect those left behind, the protagonist is sent to the surface of the planet. His primary objective is to save a group of unprotected survivors who are vulnerable to the alien threat. The film explores the premise of humanity reaching its end as a result of the extraterrestrial occupation. As a genre, alien invasion films have long served as a way for American culture to explore the unknown aspects of the universe. The production was released in the United States on December 1, 2017.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, History Vault | Fandango at Home Free, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | fuboTV | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Christian Pasquariello
- **Networks / Studios**: Syrreal Entertainment, Gravitas Ventures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Iwan Rheon** as *S.U.M. 1*
- **André Hennicke** as *Mac*
- **Tim Williams** as *Base (voice)*
- **Rainer Werner** as *V.A.X.7*
- **Norman Reedus** as *K.E.R.4 (voice)*
- **Gökdeniz A. Özcetin** as *HEX*
- **Zoe Grisedale** as *Straggler Woman*
- **Niels-Bruno Schmidt** as *Straggler Man*
- **Lesley Suzanne Dean** as *M.A.T.E. (voice)*
- **Nick Baker-Monteys** as *Driver (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 online?
Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, History Vault, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 worth watching?
Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 holds a community rating of 4.6/10 based on 77 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 and when was it released?
Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1?
Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 was directed by Christian Pasquariello.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/457665)
- [Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1](https://flixpatrol.com/)
- [ZOMBIES – Cast – Alien Invasion Lyrics](https://genius.com/Zombies-cast-alien-invasion-lyrics)
- [The Space Review: It’s the end of the world as we know it (and I feel fine): The persistence of the alien invasion film](https://www.thespacereview.com/article/5020/1)

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