Governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind a visitor's appearance. Dr. Helen Benson is a renowned scientist who finds herself face-to-face with an alien called Klaatu. Klaatu has traveled across the universe to warn of an impending global crisis. She quickly discovers the deadly ramifications of Klaatu's claim that he is a 'friend to the Earth.' Now, she and her yourng stepson must find a way to convince the entity who was sent to destroy humans that mankind is worth saving, but it may be too late.

Based on the screenplay by Edmund H. North which was based on a story by Harry Bates. Originally released as a motion picture in 2008.

Disc 1: The day the Earth stood still (2008 version) -- North ; directed by Robert Wise.