Science Fiction backdrop

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.

Equilibrium

1021. Equilibrium

Action Science Fiction Thriller Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
7.3

20021h 47min

United States

Director: Kurt Wimmer

In a dystopian future, a totalitarian regime maintains peace by subduing the populace with a drug, and displays of emotion are punishable by death. A man in charge of enforcing the law rises to overthrow the system.

Themes

Betrayal and deception, Underground resistance, Emotion suppression, Authoritarian enforcement, Drug-based control, State propaganda

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Solaris

1022. Solaris

Drama Science Fiction Mystery Psychological Drama Investigation Mystery
6.2

20021h 39min

United States

Director: Steven Soderbergh

A troubled psychologist is sent to investigate the crew of an isolated research station orbiting a bizarre planet.

Themes

Perception vs reality, Grief and memory, Artificial companionship, Haunted memory and guilt, Isolation and lack of agency, Ethics of scientific experimentation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Treasure Planet

1023. Treasure Planet

Science Fiction Adventure Animation Family Fantasy
7.2

20021h 36min

United States

Director: John Musker

When space galleon cabin boy Jim Hawkins discovers a map to an intergalactic "loot of a thousand worlds," a cyborg cook named John Silver teaches him to battle supernovas and space storms on their journey to find treasure.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Survival under crisis, Loyalty vs betrayal, Coming of age under pressure, Leadership under strain, Mentorship and authority

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla

1024. Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla

Action Science Fiction Thriller
6.6

20021h 28min

Japan

Director: Masaaki Tezuka

JSDF pilot Akane has a fateful encounter when a new Godzilla emerges in Tateyama. As a countermeasure, a cyborg named Kiryu is constructed from the remains of the original. The machine is discovered to harbor the restless soul of the original monster as Akane must learn to find value in her own life as well.


28 Days Later

1025. 28 Days Later

Horror Thriller Science Fiction Zombie Horror Survival Thriller
7.5

20021h 53min

United Kingdom

Director: Danny Boyle

Twenty-eight days after a killer virus was accidentally unleashed from a British research facility, a small group of London survivors are caught in a desperate struggle to protect themselves from the infected. Carried by animals and humans, the virus turns those it infects into homicidal maniacs -- and it's absolutely impossible to contain.

Themes

Survival under infection, Deceptive leadership, Illusion of sanctuary, Isolation and vulnerability, Military coercion, Exploitation under crisis

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Cypher

1026. Cypher

Thriller Science Fiction Computer Threat Thriller Cyberpunk
6.7

20021h 36min

United States

Director: Vincenzo Natali

An unsuspecting, disenchanted man finds himself working as a spy in the dangerous, high-stakes world of corporate espionage. Quickly getting way over-his-head, he teams up with a mysterious femme fatale.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Power relations in industry, Identity manipulation, Double agent dynamics, Memory instability, Corporate espionage ethics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Returner

1027. Returner

Action Adventure Science Fiction Alien Invasion Sci-Fi Adventure Epic
6.4

20021h 56min

Japan

Director: Takashi Yamazaki

A young woman from the future forces a local gunman to help her stop an impending alien invasion which will wipe out the human race.

Themes

Deception and coercion, Time travel ethics, Uneasy alliance, Weaponized alien tech, Exploitation of alien power, War sparked by human actions

Available on

Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

S1m0ne

1028. S1m0ne

Science Fiction Comedy Drama Romance Simulation & Reality-Shift Sci-Fi
6.1

20021h 57min

United States

Director: Andrew Niccol

The career of a disillusioned producer, who is desperate for a hit, is endangered when his star walks off the film set. Forced to think fast, the producer decides to digitally create an actress "Simone" to sub for the star — the first totally believable synthetic actress.

Themes

Deception through simulation, Celebrity illusion and fame, Control and authorship, Media spectacle and intrusion, Ethical boundaries in technology, Audience perception and trust

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Signs

1029. Signs

Drama Thriller Science Fiction Mystery Mind Game Thriller
6.8

20021h 46min

United States

Director: M. Night Shyamalan

A family living on a farm finds mysterious crop circles in their fields which suggests something more frightening to come.

Themes

Family resilience under threat, Faith under pressure, Fear of the unknown, Grief and renewal, Survival in isolation, Dealing with loss

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Austin Powers in Goldmember

1030. Austin Powers in Goldmember

Comedy Crime Science Fiction Parody
6.3

20021h 34min

United States

Director: Jay Roach

The world's most shagadelic spy continues his fight against Dr. Evil. This time, the diabolical doctor and his clone, Mini-Me, team up with a new foe—'70s kingpin Goldmember. While pursuing the team of villains to stop them from world domination, Austin gets help from his dad and an old girlfriend.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Technology as weapon, Time travel disruptions, Parody of espionage, Family ties and rivalry, Revenge and loyalty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.