Image Credit: Getty Images Is it the end of the world as we know it? The Doomsday Clock now indicates that we're metaphorically 85 seconds away from it - the closest humanity has ever been to complete catastrophe. But we've all heard of apocalyptic events throughout our lives, and Hollywood has fueled the fire with end-of-the-world-themed movies, such as 2012, Don't Look Up and Seeking a Friend for the End of the World. So, what is the Doomsday Clock, and does it really predict the end of humanity? Learn more about the metaphorical clock and its purpose below.