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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.

Midnight Special

411. Midnight Special

Adventure Drama Science Fiction Adventure Epic Family Drama
6.6

20161h 52min

United States, Greece

Director: Jeff Nichols

Overview

A father and son go on the run after the dad learns his child possesses special powers.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Power and responsibility, Cult manipulation, Pursuit under threat, Protective parental bonds, Family vs authority

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Viral

412. Viral

Drama Horror Science Fiction Zombie Horror Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
5.5

20161h 26min

United States

Director: Henry Joost

Overview

Following the outbreak of a virus that wipes out the majority of the human population, a young woman documents her family's new life in quarantine and tries to protect her infected sister.

Themes

Infection induced rift, Quarantine confinement, Family loyalty vs threat, Parasite threat, Science under crisis, Outbreak pressure

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Google Play Movies
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Batman: Bad Blood

413. Batman: Bad Blood

Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Superhero Action
6.8

20161h 14min

United States

Director: Jay Oliva

Overview

When Batman goes missing, it takes the entire Bat "family" - including Batwoman and Batwing - to keep the peace in Gotham and unravel the mystery behind the Dark Knight's disappearance.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Legacy and lineage, Alliance under threat, Team based protection, Mind-control risk, Missing hero duty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The 5th Wave

414. The 5th Wave

Science Fiction Adventure Action Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Survival Adventure
5.2

20161h 52min

United States

Director: J Blakeson

Overview

16-year-old Cassie Sullivan tries to survive in a world devastated by the waves of an alien invasion that has already decimated the population and knocked mankind back to the Stone Age.

Themes

Survival under invasion, Deception by authorities, Collapse of civilization, Child squads indoctrination, Resilience and hope, Alien manipulation of humans

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens

415. Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Adventure Action Science Fiction Space Sci-Fi Epic Action
7.7

20152h 16min

United States

Director: J.J. Abrams

Overview

Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Betrayal and loyalty, Rebellion against tyranny, Legacy of a fallen order, Pursuit of missing knowledge, Ethical use of technology

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

416. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

Action Adventure Science Fiction Epic Action Dystopian Sci-Fi
6.6

20152h 17min

Germany, United States

Director: Francis Lawrence

Overview

As the war between the Capitol and the districts reaches its peak, Katniss Everdeen embarks on a perilous mission to liberate Panem and confront President Snow. Joined by a team of trusted allies, she navigates deadly traps, shifting loyalties, and the heavy cost of rebellion, determined to bring freedom to her people and end the Hunger Games once and for all.

Themes

Propaganda and manipulation, Cost of rebellion, Strong female leadership, Oppression and rebellion, Ambiguous loyalties, Sacrifice and survival

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Victor Frankenstein

417. Victor Frankenstein

Drama Science Fiction Thriller Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi Mind Game Thriller
6.0

20151h 50min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Paul McGuigan

Overview

Eccentric scientist Victor Von Frankenstein creates a grotesque creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment.

Themes

Ambition and ethics, Wealth and influence, Loyalty under pressure, Control of life, Institutional suspicion, Unforeseen consequences

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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April and the Extraordinary World

418. April and the Extraordinary World

Thriller Adventure Animation Comedy Fantasy
7.2

20151h 46min

France, Canada

Director: Franck Ekinci

Overview

It's 1941, but France is trapped in the 19th Century, governed by steam and Napoleon V. Avril, a teenage girl, goes in search of her missing scientist parents.

Themes

Scientists exploited for power, Talking cat ally, Technological stagnation under war, Technology-driven progress after crisis, Mobile bunker as refuge, Terraforming as escape from conflict

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Freaks of Nature

419. Freaks of Nature

Science Fiction Comedy Horror Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Zombie Horror
5.9

20151h 32min

United States

Director: Robbie Pickering

Overview

In the town of Dillford, humans, vampires and zombies were all living in peace - until the alien apocalypse arrived. Now three teenagers-one human, one vampire, and one zombie-have to team up to figure out how to get rid of the visitors.

Themes

Identity and acceptance, Class and belonging, Jealousy and betrayal in romance, Inter-species hierarchy, Zombie ghetto and control, External threat unites rivals

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Tremors 5: Bloodlines

420. Tremors 5: Bloodlines

Action Adventure Comedy Horror Science Fiction
5.3

20151h 39min

United States

Director: Don Michael Paul

Overview

When Gummer is hired to capture a deadly creature terrorizing South Africa, he and his new sidekick, Travis Welker, engage in another battle of survival against the fiercely aggressive Graboids.

Themes

Monster-driven siege and alliance, Survival under monster threat, Ethics of wildlife trade, Creature eggs conflict, Exploitation of creature eggs, Betrayal by monster hunter

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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