Invasion (1965 film)

Invasion is a 1965 British science fiction film directed by Alan Bridges. It tells the story of a village in rural England that becomes the landing site for a crashed spaceship containing two humanoid aliens.

The film focuses on the reaction of the villagers and local authorities to the presence of the extraterrestrial visitors. The aliens, who are initially discovered injured and disoriented, are taken to a local hospital. As the investigation progresses, it is revealed that the aliens are not merely explorers but are scouts for a larger invading force planning to take over the Earth.

The narrative explores themes of Cold War paranoia, fear of the unknown, and the potential dangers of technological advancement. It presents a claustrophobic and suspenseful atmosphere, as the isolated village becomes the center of a planetary threat. Key plot points involve the aliens' attempts to communicate with their home world and the efforts of the British authorities to understand and counter their plans.

The film stars Edward Judd, Valerie Gearon, and Lyndon Brook. While not a blockbuster, Invasion is regarded as a notable example of British science fiction cinema from the 1960s, reflecting contemporary anxieties about global conflict and the possibility of alien contact.