Will Smith marks 25th anniversary of blockbuster Independence Day

Will Smith played a lead role in Independence Day (Isabel Infantes/PA)

Will Smith has shared throwback photos from Independence Day as he marked 25 years since the release of the alien invasion blockbuster.

The Hollywood superstar played Marine pilot Captain Steve Hiller in the 1996 film, in which aliens destroy major cities of the world and he must save mankind from annihilation.