'War of the Worlds'

There's something magnetic about the survival story. The harrowing tale of living despite the circumstances. Whether they're fiction or not, it's impossible not to put yourself in the shoes of the characters.

Plus, the lessons learned will prove invaluable when the Martians really do attack and you're dodging heat rays.

Furthermore, it's clear why the Martians lost -- they had no plan, no agenda. If total destruction wasn't their primary goal, then what was? Without vision, the people will perish.