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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 Discovery

371. The Discovery

Drama Romance Science Fiction Thriller Mystery
6.2

20171h 42min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: Charlie McDowell

Overview

In the near future, due to a breakthrough scientific discovery by Dr. Thomas Harbor, there is now definitive proof of an afterlife. While countless people have chosen suicide to reset their existence, others try to decide what it all means. Among them is Dr. Harbor's son Will, who has arrived at his father's isolated compound with a mysterious young woman named Isla. There, they discover the strange acolytes who help Dr. Harbor with his experiments.

Themes

Grief and memory, Investigative deception, Ethical risk of experimentation, Afterlife hypothesis, Mass suicide pressure, Memory as reality

Available on

Netflix
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Power Rangers

372. Power Rangers

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Coming-of-Age Adventure
5.9

20172h 4min

United States, Hong Kong SAR China

Director: Dean Israelite

Overview

Five ordinary teens must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove — and the world — is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover they are the only ones who can save the planet. But to do so, they will have to overcome their real-life issues and before it’s too late, band together as the Power Rangers.

Themes

Mentorship under pressure, Identity and belonging, Diversity as strength, Bullying to resilience, Duty under destiny, Found family through teamwork

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Life

373. Life

Horror Science Fiction Mystery Alien Horror Space Sci-Fi
6.6

20171h 44min

United States

Director: Daniel Espinosa

Overview

The six-member crew of the International Space Station is tasked with studying a sample from Mars that may be the first proof of extra-terrestrial life, which proves more intelligent than ever expected.

Themes

Isolation in space, High stakes improvisation, Sacrifice under pressure, Emergent alien intelligence, Containment under quarantine, Technology dependence

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Logan

374. Logan

Action Drama Science Fiction Superhero Action Tragic Drama
8.1

20172h 17min

United States

Director: James Mangold

Overview

In the near future, a weary Logan cares for an ailing Professor X in a hideout on the Mexican border. But Logan's attempts to hide from the world and his legacy are upended when a young mutant arrives, pursued by dark forces.

Themes

Corporate exploitation, Weaponization of dna, Life on the margin, Duty vs legacy, Biotech ethics and risk, Survival and protection

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale

375. Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale

Animation Action Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction
7.3

20171h 59min

Japan

Director: Tomohiko Ito

Overview

In 2026, a new machine called the Augma is developed to compete against the NerveGear and its successor, the Amusphere. A next-gen wearable device, the Augma doesn't have a full-dive function like its predecessors. Instead, it uses Augmented Reality to get players into the game. It is safe, user-friendly and lets users play while they are conscious, making it an instant hit on the market. The most popular game on the system is “Ordinal Scale” an ARMMORPG developed exclusively for the Augma. Asuna and the gang have already been playing OS for a while, by the time Kirito decides to join them. They’re about to find out that Ordinal Scale isn’t all fun and games…

Themes

Memory manipulation, Privacy vs surveillance, Augmented reality ethics, Corporate experimentation and control, Conscious gameplay risk, Technology dependency and trust

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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A Cure for Wellness

376. A Cure for Wellness

Horror Mystery Science Fiction Psychological Horror Investigation Mystery
6.4

20172h 26min

United States

Director: Gore Verbinski

Overview

An ambitious young executive is sent to retrieve his company's CEO from an idyllic but mysterious "wellness center" at a remote location in the Swiss Alps but soon suspects that the spa's miraculous treatments are not what they seem.

Themes

Wellness center manipulation, Spa deception, Lifespan through filtration, Cure experiments ethics, Isolation via treatment, Drugs and dehydration, Power through science

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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iBoy

377. iBoy

Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
5.9

20171h 30min

United Kingdom

Director: Adam Randall

Overview

After an accident, Tom wakes from a coma to discover that fragments of his smart phone have been embedded in his head, and worse, that returning to normal teenage life is impossible because he has developed a strange set of super powers.

Themes

Betrayal and loyalty, Vigilantism under pressure, Trauma shaping choices, Drug trade pressures, Online persona vs reality, Power and control in youth

Available on

Netflix
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The Space Between Us

378. The Space Between Us

Romance Adventure Science Fiction Drama
6.4

20172h 1min

Director: Peter Chelsom

Overview

A young man raised by scientists on Mars returns to Earth to find his father.


Justice League Dark

379. Justice League Dark

Animation Action Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction
7.1

20171h 16min

United States

Director: Jay Oliva

Overview

When innocent civilians begin committing unthinkable crimes across Metropolis, Gotham City and beyond, Batman must call upon mystical counterparts to eradicate this demonic threat to the planet; enter Justice League Dark. This team of Dark Arts specialists must unravel the mystery of Earth's supernatural plague and contend with the rising, powerful villainous forces behind the siege—before it's too late for all of mankind.

Themes

Demonic threat dynamics, Supernatural power politics, Magic relics influence, Duty under crisis, Monster as catalyst, Creature dynamics ethics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Marjorie Prime

380. Marjorie Prime

Drama Mystery Science Fiction Relationship Drama Mindbender Mystery
6.3

20171h 39min

United States

Director: Michael Almereyda

Overview

A service which creates holographic projections of late family members allows an elderly woman to spend time with a younger version of her deceased husband.

Themes

Memory technology ethics, Aging memory fragility, Memory as coping mechanism, Family secrecy and silence, Affection projection deception, Caregiving power dynamics

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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