Released in 1961, the cult British sci-fi film The Day the Earth Caught Fire offers a stark warning that resonates with a heating planet today, writes Gregory Wakeman. Skip to content.

Released in 1961, the cult British sci-fi film The Day the Earth Caught Fire offers a stark warning that resonates with a heating planet today, writes Gregory Wakeman. Over the last few weeks ...

The Earth seems doomed, and the world is hoping against hope for salvation. ... "The Day the Earth Caught Fire" is on BBC1, 12.50am, Friday 19th October. End Credits. Director: Val Guest.