Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation is a tale of science, culture, and thrilling adventure.

Earth is a planet born of fire. For billions of years, volcanoes have helped forge the world we know. From the continents to the air we breathe and even life itself, all have been shaped by volcanic energy. These processes have created extraordinary ecosystems and wildlife habitats. With over 500 active volcanoes, the Earth is bursting at the seams with these forces of mass construction. The story of volcanoes is the story of the planet’s creation and the story of us.

With intrepid explorer Carsten Peter, dodge boulders at the edge of an active volcano in Indonesia, descend to a lava lake in Vanuatu and visit incredible acid ponds, geysers and mineral deposit fields in Ethiopia. Travel across the globe to see the archeological ghost town of Pompeii, hydrothermal vents at the bottom of the ocean and witness the devastating effects of the 2018 Kilauea eruption in Hawaii.

Audiences will be on the edge of their seats as they discover molten worlds and exploding craters in this adrenaline-filled, immersive experience that only IMAX®/Giant Screen films can provide.

Release date: October, 2018

Run Time: 42 and 22 Minutes


Awards and Recognition

Best 3D Documentary – 2018 Lumiere Awards Hollywood

Silver Remi Documentary– 2019 Worldfest Houston

Silver Remi Cinematography– 2019 Worldfest Houston

Silver Remi Directing– 2019 Worldfest Houston



Available Formats

  • 15/70 Film Dome
  • Non-IMAX Digital 2D
  • Non-IMAX Digital 3D
  • IMAX Xenon 2D
  • IMAX Xenon 3D
  • IMAX Laser 2D
  • IMAX Laser 3D
  • IMAX Laser Dome
  • Full-Dome Digital

Language Versions

  • English
  • French
  • Castellano
  • Valencian
  • Japanese
  • Dutch
  • Mandarin
  • Arabic
  • Any other language made to order