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AI Sci-Fi movies

Sentient technology takes center stage: autonomy vs control, machine intelligence, and the future of human identity.

After Yang

11. After Yang

Science Fiction Drama AI Sci-Fi Family Drama
6.6

20221h 36min

United States

Director: Kogonada

When his young daughter's beloved companion — an android named Yang — malfunctions, Jake searches for a way to repair him. In the process, Jake discovers the life that has been passing in front of him, reconnecting with his wife and daughter across a distance he didn't know was there.

Themes

Grief and memory, Adoption and belonging, Family resilience, Memory ownership and privacy, Human-technology boundary, Responsibility toward artificial life

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Responsibility of invention, Artificial intelligence ethics, Collective defense vs isolation, Humanity versus technology, Power with consequence

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Possessor

13. Possessor

Horror Thriller Science Fiction Psychological Horror AI Sci-Fi
6.5

20201h 43min

Australia, Canada

Director: Brandon Cronenberg

Tasya Vos, an elite corporate assassin, uses brain-implant technology to take control of other people’s bodies to terminate high profile targets. As she sinks deeper into her latest assignment, Vos becomes trapped inside a mind that threatens to obliterate her.

Themes

Family ties vs professional duty, Identity fragmentation under pressure, Corporate control via mind-implant, Self-division under role-play, Ethics of host manipulation, Attachments vs duty

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Iron Man

14. Iron Man

Action Science Fiction Adventure Superhero Action AI Sci-Fi
7.9

20082h 6min

United States

Director: Jon Favreau

After being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.

Themes

War profiteering ethics, Secrecy vs public accountability, Corporate betrayal and power shifts, Leadership under corporate pressure, Weaponized technology responsibility, Loyalty and betrayal in partnerships

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Chappie

15. Chappie

Crime Action Science Fiction AI Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.8

20152h

United States, South Africa

Director: Neill Blomkamp

Every child comes into the world full of promise, and none more so than Chappie: he is gifted, special, a prodigy. Like any child, Chappie will come under the influence of his surroundings—some good, some bad—and he will rely on his heart and soul to find his way in the world and become his own man. But there's one thing that makes Chappie different from any one else: he is a robot.

Themes

Surveillance and control, Ai autonomy through manipulation, Ethics of creation under profit, Deception shaping loyalties, Humans vs machines, Debt-driven coercion and crime

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Robot & Frank

16. Robot & Frank

Science Fiction Comedy Drama Crime AI Sci-Fi
7.0

20121h 29min

United States

Director: Jake Schreier

Curmudgeonly old Frank lives by himself. His routine involves daily visits to his local library, where he has a twinkle in his eye for the librarian. His grown children are concerned about their father’s well-being and buy him a caretaker robot. Initially resistant to the idea, Frank soon appreciates the benefits of robotic support – like nutritious meals and a clean house – and eventually begins to treat his robot like a true companion. With his robot’s assistance, Frank’s passion for his old, unlawful profession is reignited, for better or worse.

Themes

Family obligation vs autonomy, Trust and manipulation, Ageing and care, Crime as bonding, Technology as companion, Memory and autonomy

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Real Steel

17. Real Steel

Action Science Fiction Drama Vehicle-Driven Action Sports Competition
7.1

20112h 7min

United States, India

Director: Shawn Levy

Charlie Kenton is a washed-up fighter who retired from the ring when robots took over the sport. After his robot is trashed, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son to rebuild and train an unlikely contender.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Parental responsibility, Mentor influence, Custody conflict, Robot sport economy, Intergenerational bonding

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Iron Man 2

18. Iron Man 2

Adventure Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.9

20102h 4min

United States

Director: Jon Favreau

With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, with Pepper Potts and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances – and confront powerful enemies.

Themes

Public pressure on invention, Rivalries and innovation, Legacy vs self-preservation, Secrecy vs openness, Technology and life risk, Corporate governance under crisis

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
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The Iron Giant

19. The Iron Giant

Animation Family Science Fiction Drama Family Animation
8.1

19991h 26min

United States

Director: Brad Bird

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and prejudices.

Themes

Self sacrifice, Fear of the unknown, Trust across difference, Prejudice against outsiders, Duty under threat, Military escalation

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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EVA

20. EVA

Science Fiction Drama AI Sci-Fi Psychological Drama
6.6

20111h 34min

France, Spain

Director: Kike Maíllo

In 2041, humans live side-by-side with robots and androids. A well-known cybernetic engineer, Alex Garel, returns to his hometown to create a new model of robot child.

Themes

Robot child expectations, Androids coexistence dynamics, Future earth ethics, Cybernetic engineer ethics, Robotics governance pressure, Human android relationship strain

Available on

Fandango at Home Free
Plex
Plex Channel
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