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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 Martian

421. The Martian

Drama Adventure Science Fiction Survival Adventure Space Sci-Fi
8.0

20152h 21min

United States

Director: Ridley Scott

Overview

Astronaut Mark Watney is stranded on Mars after his crew evacuates the planet, believing him dead. Now he has to rely only on his own ingenuity and wits to contact Earth and hold out for rescue.

Themes

Reliance on scarce resources, Isolation and ingenuity, Improvisation under pressure, Survival through resourcefulness, Technology mediated connectivity, Risk versus safety expediency

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Southbound

422. Southbound

Fantasy Thriller Horror Science Fiction Supernatural Horror
5.9

20151h 29min

United States

Director: Roxanne Benjamin

Overview

The film contains five stories set on desolate stretches of a desert highway. Two men on the run from their past, a band on its way to a gig, a man struggling to get home, a brother in search of his long-lost sister and a family on vacation are forced to confront their worst fears and darkest secrets in these interwoven tales.

Themes

Desert isolation, Memory and guilt, Survival under threat, Ritual power dynamics, Facing fears, Interwoven fates

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Hardcore Henry

423. Hardcore Henry

Action Adventure Science Fiction Epic Action Cyberpunk
6.7

20151h 37min

Russia, China

Director: Ilya Naishuller

Overview

Henry, a newly resurrected cyborg who must save his wife/creator from the clutches of a psychotic tyrant with telekinetic powers, AKAN, and his army of mercenaries. Fighting alongside Henry is Jimmy, who is Henry's only hope to make it through the day. Hardcore Henry takes place over the course of one day, in Moscow, Russia.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Memory manipulation, Identity fragmentation, Deception as control, Power through technology, Cybernetic augmentation ethics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
The Roku Channel
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The Whispering Star

424. The Whispering Star

Drama Science Fiction
6.5

20151h 42min

Director: Sion Sono

Overview

A feminine android delivers packages to scattered humans throughout the galaxy. With years to spare, the android and us have time to contemplate the meaning of being human.


Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

425. Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

Science Fiction Action Thriller Adventure Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
6.3

20152h 11min

United States

Director: Wes Ball

Overview

Thomas and his fellow Gladers face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD’s vastly superior forces and uncover its shocking plans for them all.

Themes

Trust and betrayal dynamics, Ethics of experimentation, Immunity as leverage, Survival under harsh conditions, Resistance against corporate control, Fragmented leadership and alliance

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Regular Show: The Movie

426. Regular Show: The Movie

Animation Comedy Science Fiction Adventure Action
7.4

20151h 9min

United States, Canada

Director: J.G. Quintel

Overview

After a high school lab experiment goes horribly wrong, Mordecai and Rigby must go back in time to battle an evil volleyball coach in order to save the universe — and their friendship.

Themes

Friendship under pressure, Loss and resilience, Trust vs manipulation, Deception for loyalty, Time as weapon, Youth and invention risk

Available on

Apple TV
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Date A Live: Mayuri Judgement

427. Date A Live: Mayuri Judgement

Animation Romance Science Fiction Action Comedy
6.5

20151h 12min

Director: Keitaro Motonaga

Overview

A huge sphere suddenly began to emit a mysterious spiritual wave to the Tengu City that should have regained its peace. A mysterious, beautiful girl showed up at the same time. Silently, what is her purpose to cast her line of sight to Shidou and the others? The real purpose is...?


Turbo Kid

428. Turbo Kid

Action Adventure Comedy Science Fiction Epic Action
6.7

20151h 35min

New Zealand, Canada

Director: François Simard

Overview

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, an orphaned teen must battle a ruthless warlord to save the girl of his dreams.

Themes

Survival under oppression, Fragile alliances, Post apocalyptic setting, Robot identity, Water scarcity pressure, Resource driven conflict

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Z for Zachariah

429. Z for Zachariah

Drama Romance Science Fiction Thriller Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
6.0

20151h 37min

Iceland, New Zealand

Director: Craig Zobel

Overview

In the wake of a nuclear war, a young woman survives on her own, fearing she may actually be the proverbial last woman on earth, until she discovers the most astonishing sight of her life: another human being. A distraught scientist, he’s nearly been driven mad by radiation exposure and his desperate search for others. A fragile, imperative strand of trust connects them. But when a stranger enters the valley, their precarious bond begins to unravel.

Themes

Survival ethics, Love triangle, Water wheel, Faith under pressure, Trust and betrayal, Isolation and companionship

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Extinction

430. Extinction

Action Adventure Horror Science Fiction Thriller
5.8

20151h 50min

France, Hungary

Director: Miguel Ángel Vivas

Overview

And suddenly, overnight, the world came to a halt. Two men, two survivors, one kid, and hatred that separates them. A place forgotten by everyone, including the creatures that inhabit the Earth... until now.

Themes

Survival under siege, Hope amid ruins, Adaptation under threat, Us-vs-them dynamics, Parent-child bonds under strain, Isolation erodes trust

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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