“Twister” is a 1996 American disaster film directed by Jan de Bont and starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton. The movie follows a group of storm chasers who are attempting to create a revolutionary new device that will help them study tornadoes up close. Along the way, they encounter a series of dangerous storms, including a massive F5 tornado, and must navigate treacherous terrain to capture valuable data.

The film was a box office success, grossing over $494 million worldwide, and was praised for its impressive special effects and intense action sequences. It also won the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.