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Science Fiction movies

Futuristic concepts, space exploration, and advanced technology that challenge our understanding of what is possible.

Subgenres include: Epic Sci-Fi, Space Sci-Fi, Dystopian Sci-Fi.

The Final Cut

991. The Final Cut

Drama Mystery Science Fiction Thriller Unreliable Perspective Mystery
6.1

20041h 35min

Germany, United States

Director: Omar Naim

Set in a world with memory implants, Alan Hakman is a 'cutter'—someone with the power of final edit over people's recorded histories—but his latest assignment puts him in great danger.

Themes

Trust and betrayal, Memory ethics and consent, Privacy under surveillance, Commodification of memories, Corporate control of memory, Memory manipulation and rights

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Primer

992. Primer

Science Fiction Drama Thriller Time Travel Sci-Fi Mindfuck Thriller
6.7

20041h 17min

United States

Director: Shane Carruth

Imagine a world where two engineers create a device that lets them relive the past six hours. Now, as they manipulate time to outsmart the stock market, they risk becoming lost in a loop of their own making.

Themes

Causal loop ethics, Foreknowledge vs improvisation, Physiological cost of travel, Collaborative strain under pressure, Timeline interference and adaptation, Risk management vs curiosity

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Apple TV
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Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui

993. Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui

Action Animation Adventure Science Fiction Fantasy
6.0

20041h 12min

United States

Director: David Molina

In the time before time, six unlikely Matoran find themselves transformed into mighty Toa. The new Toa Metru must prove themselves as true heroes, find the missing Toa Lhikan, and uncover a plot that threatens the heart of Metru Nui.


Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow

994. Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow

Mystery Action Thriller Science Fiction Adventure
6.1

20041h 47min

Italy, United Kingdom

Director: Kerry Conran

When gigantic robots attack New York City, "Sky Captain" uses his private air force to fight them off. His ex-girlfriend, reporter Polly Perkins, has been investigating the recent disappearance of prominent scientists. Suspecting a link between the global robot attacks and missing men, Sky Captain and Polly decide to work together. They fly to the Himalayas in pursuit of the mysterious Dr. Totenkopf, the mastermind behind the robots.

Themes

Scientific hubris and control, Master race ideology, Survival under external pressure, Labor exploitation and coercion

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Apple TV
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Resident Evil: Apocalypse

995. Resident Evil: Apocalypse

Horror Action Science Fiction Zombie Horror Epic Action
6.1

20041h 34min

Canada, United Kingdom

Director: Alexander Witt

As the city is locked down under quarantine, Alice finds out that the people that died from the previous incident at the Umbrella Corporation have turned into zombies. She then joins a small band of elite soldiers, who are enlisted to rescue the missing daughter of the creator of the mutating T-virus. Once lack of luck and resources happen, they begin to wage an exhilarating battle to survive and escape before the Umbrella Corporation erases its experiment from the face of the earth.

Themes

Control through fear, Corporate malfeasance and secrecy, Ethics of experimentation, Survival under quarantine, Trust under conspiracy, Resilience amid crisis

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Steamboy

996. Steamboy

Animation Fantasy Science Fiction Anime Steampunk
6.8

20042h 6min

Japan

Director: Katsuhiro Otomo

In 1860s Britain, a boy inventor finds himself caught in the middle of a deadly conflict over a revolutionary advance in steam power.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Power misused for profit, Secrecy guiding arms trade, Invention vs exploitation, Technology outpacing morality, Class tensions in industry

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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I, Robot

997. I, Robot

Action Science Fiction Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
7.1

20041h 55min

United States, Germany

Director: Alex Proyas

In 2035, where robots are commonplace and abide by the three laws of robotics, a technophobic cop investigates an apparent suicide. Suspecting that a robot may be responsible for the death, his investigation leads him to believe that humanity may be in danger.

Themes

Surveillance and manipulation, Humans versus machines, Ethics of free will, Control vs autonomy, Trust in artificial intelligence, Fear of technological governance

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Spider-Man 2

998. Spider-Man 2

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action City Adventure
7.5

20042h 7min

United States

Director: Sam Raimi

Peter Parker is going through a major identity crisis. Burned out from being Spider-Man, he decides to shelve his superhero alter ego, which leaves the city suffering in the wake of carnage left by the evil Doc Ock. In the meantime, Parker still can't act on his feelings for Mary Jane Watson, a girl he's loved since childhood. A certain anger begins to brew in his best friend Harry Osborn as well...

Themes

Dual identity pressure, Doctor scientist ethics, Death consequence awareness, Secret identity expectations, Tentacle influence peril, Romance under strain

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Chronicles of Riddick

999. The Chronicles of Riddick

Action Science Fiction Space Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.6

20041h 59min

United States

Director: David Twohy

After years of outrunning ruthless bounty hunters, escaped convict Riddick suddenly finds himself caught between opposing forces in a fight for the future of the human race. Now, waging incredible battles on fantastic and deadly worlds, this lone, reluctant hero will emerge as humanity's champion - and the last hope for a universe on the edge of annihilation.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Coercive faith and conversion, Survival under pursuit, Prophecy vs agency, Authority vs rebellion

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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The Day After Tomorrow

1000. The Day After Tomorrow

Science Fiction Thriller Adventure Survival Adventure Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
6.5

20042h 3min

United States

Director: Roland Emmerich

After paleoclimatologist Jack Hall is largely ignored by UN officials when presenting his environmental concerns about the beginning of a new Ice Age, his research proves true when a superstorm develops, setting off catastrophic natural disasters throughout the world. Trying to get to his son, Sam, who is trapped in New York City with his friend Laura and others, Jack and his crew must travel to get to Sam before it's too late.

Themes

Evacuation ethics, Resilience in disaster, Leadership under uncertainty, Interdependence of communities, Climate crisis response, Scientific authority vs politics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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