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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.

Underwater

541. Underwater

Horror Science Fiction Action Adventure Alien Contact Sci-Fi
5.9

20201h 35min

United States

Director: William Eubank

After an earthquake destroys their underwater station, six researchers must navigate two miles along the dangerous, unknown depths of the ocean floor to make it to safety in a race against time.

Themes

"movie: underwater. genres: horror, Science fiction, Action, Adventure, Horror, Science fiction, Action, Adventure main themes: monster, Self sacrifice, Deep sea, Monster, Self sacrifice, Deep sea full keywords list: monster, Self sacrifice, Deep sea, Animal attack, Giant monster, Earthquake, Survival, Nuclear explosion, Disaster, Cryptozoology, Female protagonist, Underwater, Survival horror, Animal killing, Creature feature, Mechanical engineering, Researcher, Trapped underwater, Lovecraftian, Humanoid alien, 2050s. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical limits of technology and the consequences of corporate negligence in the pursuit of progress. it highlights the fragility of human life in the face of nature's overwhelming power and the moral dilemmas faced in survival situations."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

542. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Adventure Action Science Fiction Epic Action Epic Sci-Fi
6.4

20192h 22min

United States

Director: J.J. Abrams

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Power and control, Belonging and identity, Deception and espionage, Legacy and lineage, Resilience through loss

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Rabid

543. Rabid

Science Fiction Horror Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi Body Horror
5.2

20191h 47min

Canada

Director: Jen Soska

The quiet Rose works in women's fashion clothing, hoping to be a designer. A traffic accident damages her face. She gets experimental stem cell treatment, leaving her stronger and prettier than ever - but there's a side effect.

Themes

Bodily autonomy under experimentation, Crisis dynamics and institutional response, Beauty standards and power, Ethics of medical research, Tissue sourcing exploitation, Fashion industry ambition

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Code 8

544. Code 8

Science Fiction Action Crime Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.1

20191h 39min

Canada, United Kingdom

Director: Jeff Chan

In Lincoln City, some inhabitants have extraordinary abilities. Most live below the poverty line, under the close surveillance of a heavily militarized police force. Connor, a construction worker with powers, involves with a criminal gang to help his ailing mother. (Based on the short film “Code 8,” 2016.)

Themes

Loyalty under coercion, Economic marginalization of powers, Drug economy and crime, Surveillance driven policing, Regulation of powers, Family duty under illness

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Platform

545. The Platform

Drama Science Fiction Thriller Dystopian Sci-Fi Survival Thriller
7.0

20191h 35min

Spain

Director: Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia

A slab of food descends down a vertical facility. The residents above eat heartily, leaving those below starving and desperate. A rebellion is imminent.

Themes

Class inequality, Collective action under pressure, Scarcity and rationing, Social experiment ethics, Dehumanization and survival, Power dynamics under constraint

Available on

Netflix
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Little Joe

546. Little Joe

Drama Science Fiction Family Drama Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
5.8

20191h 46min

Austria, Germany

Director: Jessica Hausner

Alice, a single mother who is more dedicated to her work as a genetic engineer than to her teenage son Joe, develops a new variety of flower that is supposed to have the ability to make its owner happy thanks to its special chemical properties.

Themes

"movie: little joe. genres: drama, Science fiction, Drama, Science fiction main themes: co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director, Co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director full keywords list: co-workers relationship, Genetic engineering, Woman director, Mother son relationship. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of genetic manipulation and its unforeseen consequences on human relationships. it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of prioritizing professional ambition over personal connections and the quest for happiness."

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Terminator: Dark Fate

547. Terminator: Dark Fate

Science Fiction Action Adventure Thriller AI Sci-Fi
6.2

20192h 8min

United States

Director: Tim Miller

Decades after Sarah Connor prevented Judgment Day, a lethal new Terminator is sent to eliminate the future leader of the resistance. In a fight to save mankind, battle-hardened Sarah Connor teams up with an unexpected ally and an enhanced super soldier to stop the deadliest Terminator yet.

Themes

Time travel ethics, Resistance leadership, Border resilience, Augmentation ethics, Ai governance and war, Machine autonomy humanity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Steven Universe: The Movie

548. Steven Universe: The Movie

TV Movie Adventure Animation Fantasy Music
7.7

20191h 23min

United States

Director: Rebecca Sugar

Two years after bringing peace to the galaxy, Steven Universe sees his past come back to haunt him in the form of a deranged Gem who wants to destroy the Earth.

Themes

Memory and identity, Leadership under pressure, Abandonment and belonging, Growth through change, Mind control and autonomy, Chosen family and loyalty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

549. Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Science Fiction Animation Epic Sci-Fi Animated Fantasy Adventure
5.9

20191h 23min

United States

Director: Justin Copeland

Witness the legendary origin of renowned Justice League member Wonder Woman as she fights for good with her sword and magic lasso. Equally strong in body, heart and will, she makes it her mission to help a troubled young girl enlisted by a deadly organization known as Villainy, Inc., whose criminal members have their sights set on invading Themyscira, Wonder Woman’s paradise home. The battle will be epic, because if there's one thing an Amazon knows, it’s war!

Themes

"movie: wonder woman: bloodlines. genres: science fiction, Animation, Science fiction, Animation main themes: superhero, Adult animation, Dcamu, Superhero, Adult animation, Dcamu full keywords list: superhero, Adult animation, Dcamu. concept analysis: the film explores themes of sacrifice and redemption, Highlighting the importance of selflessness in the face of adversity. it also examines the struggle between personal desires and the greater good, As diana learns to balance her responsibilities as a hero with her relationships."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Gemini Man

550. Gemini Man

Science Fiction Action Adventure Thriller Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
5.7

20191h 57min

United States, China

Director: Ang Lee

Henry Brogan is an elite 51-year-old assassin who's ready to call it quits after completing his 72nd job. His plans get turned upside down when he becomes the target of a mysterious operative who can seemingly predict his every move. To his horror, Brogan soon learns that the man who's trying to kill him is a younger, faster, cloned version of himself.

Themes

"movie: gemini man. genres: science fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller, Science fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller main themes: hitman, Human clone, Hitman, Human clone full keywords list: hitman, Human clone. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of cloning and the quest for identity, Questioning what it means to be human. it delves into themes of redemption and the struggle against one's own nature, Highlighting the importance of choice and self-determination."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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