Get Paid $1,200 to Watch the 12 Best Prepper Movies as You Self-Quarantine to Avoid COVID-19

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Maybe you’ve got the “Wuhan Coronavirus.” Maybe you’re just afraid of getting it. Either way, staying at home and self-quarantining doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time – or make money.

Something we believe about gun-owning Americans: They tend to have a lot more imagination than the average bear. I mean, why else are you prepping? Because you can visualize a future where it might be necessary to have enough food, water, weapons, and ammo (we’ve seen a huge increase in the sales of 40 cal, 223, 7.62x39mm and even 12 gauge shotgun shells since the outbreak) to sit things out for the long haul. So it probably won’t take a lot of convincing to get you to watch these apocalyptic movies that will remind you why you prep while you shelter in place.

We like these movies as much as the next guy. So we’d love to hear your take on the common thread that runs through all of them, which are better than others and why and how they impact your view of prepping in the 21st Century.

Who We’re Looking For

Someone passionate about both prepping and disaster movies who has time on their hands to watch some of our favorite prepper films.

The job role is simple: Watch 10 movies, one miniseries, and one television show episode within 30 days, and answer a few question along the way. You’ll receive a small worksheet to complete.

The ideal applicant:

Is passionate about prepping.
Would watch all of these movies for free.
Pays close attention to everything they watch and read.
Can binge-watch all 12 of these in a short period of time (30 days).

To apply, you must be over 18, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and in agreement with our Terms & Conditions. It’s also helpful for you to be a gun owner (though not required!) so that you can potentially spend your winnings on bulk ammo here at Ammo.com.

Here are the movies and series you’ll be watching:

The Road

Based on the gripping Cormack McCarthy novel, The Road picks at the scab that is every parent’s worst fear: Having to confront the end of the world with a child in tow. The actual catastrophe takes a backseat to what becomes of humanity after TEOTWAWKI. There’s no real word for this film other than “grim,” so have someone you care about nearby when you’re viewing this one. (1 hour, 51 minutes)

Where to watch it: Amazon Prime, Netflix

10 Cloverfield Lane

What if the person who saves you is actually the bad guy? This is the central question of 10 Cloverfield Lane, one to which we never get a satisfying answer. The result is something that will keep you on the edge of your seat for the entire length of the film. This spiritual sequel to Cloverfield is less about the end of the world than it is about the interactions between a small group of people who are left. (1 hour, 43 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, Google Play, iTunes, Vudu

Chernobyl

The Chernobyl disaster was a real-life catastrophe taking place during recent human memory. Chernobyl is a frighteningly accurate portrayal of events in the small Belarussian town on the day of the world’s biggest nuclear power disaster. Russian Culture Minister Vladimir Medinsky, whose father was a Chernobyl liquidator, called the HBO miniseries “masterfully made.” There is likely not a more realistic depiction of apocalypse than this. (5 hours, 30 minutes)

Where to watch it: Hulu, HBO Now, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Vudu, Google Play

Captain Fantastic

Most of these are all pretty grim, so if you’re looking to lighten things up in the middle of your binge-watching, check out Captain Fantastic. The film depicts a family of left-wing anarchists who leave society for something more primitive and self-reliant, being forced back into society by circumstances outside their control. (1 hour, 58 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, Hulu

Mad Max (1979)

This was the film that first introduced Mel Gibson to American audiences. Unlike many of the other films on our list, this is a society in the middle of decay, not one at the very end of the world. Gibson doesn’t talk much in this movie, but even when staring silently into the distance, he makes his point. Think of this film as less of a science fiction picture and more of a western transported into a dying Australia. (1 hour, 28 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, Hulu

A Quiet Place

A Quiet Place does more in 90 minutes than most movies today can do in two hours. This is a quiet, but well-paced post-apocalyptic thriller that will make the parents uncomfortable – think about having a pregnancy in a world where sound brings death. This film definitely broke John Krasinski from his defining role on The Office. (1 hour, 30 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, Google Play, Vudu, Hulu

Black Mirror: “Metalhead”

Black Mirror has been hit or miss since moving over to Netflix for first-run episodes, but there is nothing missing in this taut, creepy and unnerving episode about a world where humans are hunted by unstoppable robotic dogs. The episode cuts to the heart of what it means to retain one’s humanity in a world where it is constantly under attack and reminds us that “man does not live by bread alone.” (41 minutes)

Where to watch it: Netflix

Children of Men

Children of Men flips the premise of some of the other films on our list on their heads: What if the problem is not that you’re making your way through an apocalyptic hellscape with a child, but that the apocalyptic hellscape is that there are no more children at all? While it lacks the nuance of the original P.D. James novel, Children of Men is a worthwhile watch, particularly thanks to Michael Caine. (1 hour, 49 minutes)

here to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, Hulu

28 Days Later

28 Days Later sparked a resurgence in the zombie film subgenre, as well as introduced mainstream American audiences to both Danny Boyle and Cilian Murphy. Contrary to popular belief, it was not the first appearance of “fast zombies” – that distinction goes to Return of the Living Dead. More to the point, an entire generation of preppers has jokingly referred to their gear as their “zombie survival kit” at least once. (1 hour, 53 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, Hulu

The Book of Eli

Given their similarities, one would think that there would be more attempts at combining apocalyptic fiction with the classic American Western. The Book of Eli was the only one that we could think of (other than the great, but a little too weird for this list, Six String Samurai). This film, about a quest to preserve the last copy of the Bible, was an unusual turn for Denzel Washington that we have little doubt our readers will enjoy. (1 hour, 58 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu

Into the Wild

Back here in the real world, Into the Wild is something that actually happened. Chris McCandless was an American hiker who moved into the Alaskan outback without proper preparation. The film is an excellent cautionary tale about the necessity of knowing what you’re doing long before you go off grid. (2 hours, 28 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu

Contagion

This medical thriller is perhaps the most relevant on our list. Inspired by the SARS outbreak in the early 2000s, it depicts exactly how a pandemic event plays out. The screenwriter notably consulted with the WHO, the CDC, and medical experts to ensure the accuracy of how a virus can rapidly spread across the globe. The result is a terrifying look at the loss of social order during a pandemic that was praised by both critics and scientists. (1 hour, 46 minutes)

Where to watch it: YouTube, Amazon Prime, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu

What You’ll Need To Do

Binge watch these 10 movies, one miniseries, and one television show episode inside of 30 days. Using a worksheet that we will provide, you’ll answer a few questions about what you learned from each of these movies and series. This allows us to share unique prepper ideas with our followers – and ensures you actually watched everything! – in order to claim your prize.

What You’ll Receive Once You Submit Your Report

$1,200 cash, sent via PayPal or Venmo. (Sorry, gold bullion is not an option here!)
A complimentary ammo can to keep your stash safe.
The ultimate prepper shirt: “You are your own first responder” tri-blend t-shirt from Libertas Bella.
The top-rated rod for survival fishing: The St. Croix Mojo Bass Casting Rod from Your Bass Guy.
A $100 Go Time Gear gift card so you can stock up on prepper essentials like a fire escape mask.
A $100 Knife Depot gift card so you can get a spare pocket knife or bowie knife.

You’ll also get a $50 Amazon gift card once you’re chosen so that you can rent all the films you don’t currently have access to. No need to go out-of-pocket while you prep!

How to Apply

To apply for this prepper dream job, simply fill out and submit the form below:

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the deadline?
April 3, 2020

How do I know if my application was received?
Check your email inbox for a receipt.

Can I submit additional information?
No, the only information we need is requested in the submission form.

How do I know if I got the job?
We will notify you via the email you provide in the submission form.

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Most likely answers:

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If neither of those work, please contact Alex Horsman via email: alex(at)ammo.com.

Where is the form and how do I apply?
Apply by filling out the submission form, which can be found by clicking here.

Who should I contact if I have other questions?
Please contact Alex Horsman via email: alex(at)ammo.com.

Terms & Conditions

The rules of the competition and the prize for the winner are as follows:

The promoter of this competition is Ammo.com whose principal office is located at 1901 Manhattan Blvd, Building D, Unit #300, Harvey, LA 70058.
Employees of Ammo.com or their family members or anyone else connected in any way with the competition or helping to set up the competition shall not be permitted to enter the competition.
Persons must be at least 18 years old, or otherwise have reached the age of majority under the laws of the state where you reside, in order to participate.
Only residents of the United States are eligible to participate.
Void where prohibited.
There is no entry fee and no purchase necessary to enter this competition. Any purchase or consideration otherwise given by entrants will not improve one’s chances of winning.
Route to entry for the competition and details of how to enter are available at https://ammo.com. Individuals may enter to win by clicking on the participation link on Ammo.com’s website. Upon clicking the participation link, entrants will be asked to provide their name and contact information so that Ammo.com can notify the winner of the results.
Closing date for entry will be April 3, 2020. After this date, no further entries to the competition will be permitted.
Only 1 winner will be selected from the entire pool of eligible entries. The selection process will be at the discretion of Ammo.com. The winner will be required to complete certain tasks designated by Ammo.com. If the winner does not follow through with the tasks required of them, they will not receive the cash prize of $1,200 nor the giveaways.
The winner will be notified by email within 3 days at the closing date. If the winner cannot be contacted or does not claim the prize within 2 days of notification, we reserve the right to withdraw the prize from the winner and pick a replacement winner.
The winner specifically acknowledges that the welcome package shall be provided and fulfilled by Ammo.com, and that the contest is in no way affiliated with the movies included in the contest.
Ammo.com will notify the winner when and where the prize can be collected.
The winner will receive a welcome package via email.
No cash alternative to the prize will be offered. The prize is not transferable. Prizes are subject to availability and Ammo.com reserves the right to substitute any prize with another of equivalent value without giving notice.
The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any publicity material. Any personal data relating to the winner or any other entrants will be used solely in accordance with current federal and state data protection legislation and will not be disclosed to a third party without the entrant’s prior consent.
The winner’s name will be available 28 days after the closing date by sending a stamped addressed envelope to the following address: 1901 Manhattan Blvd, Building D, Unit #300, Harvey, LA 70058.
Ammo.com’s decision, in respect of all matters to do with the competition, will be final and no correspondence will be entered into.