The team undergoes rigorous astronaut training before launching into space on two shuttles, Freedom and Independence . The mission faces numerous catastrophic setbacks, including a refueling disaster at a Russian space station and the crash of one shuttle. Production and Impact
The story begins with the discovery of an asteroid the size of Texas that is on a direct collision course with Earth. With only 18 days until impact—the "Armageddon"—NASA executive Dan Truman ( Billy Bob Thornton ) devises a plan to drill a deep hole into the asteroid and detonate a nuclear bomb from within to split it in two. Armageddon - Giudizio finale
: The film's power ballad theme song, "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith, became a global #1 hit and is closely associated with the emotional climax of the movie. Notable Cast Members Bruce Willis as Harry Stamper Ben Affleck as A.J. Frost Liv Tyler as Grace Stamper Steve Buscemi as Rockhound William Fichtner as Colonel Willie Sharp Frost Liv Tyler as Grace Stamper Steve Buscemi
: Harry's daughter, played by Liv Tyler , who stays at NASA to monitor the mission. played by Liv Tyler