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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.

Into the Forest

401. Into the Forest

Drama Science Fiction Dystopian Sci-Fi
5.8

20161h 41min

Canada

Director: Patricia Rozema

Overview

In the not too distant future, two young women who live in a remote ancient forest discover the world around them is on the brink of an apocalypse. Informed only by rumor, they fight intruders, disease, loneliness & starvation.

Themes

Trust under scrutiny, Family trauma, Memory shapes perception, Survival tests loyalty, Isolation fuels doubt, Paranoia fuels fear

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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X-Men: Apocalypse

402. X-Men: Apocalypse

Action Adventure Science Fiction Fantasy Superhero Action
6.8

20162h 24min

United States

Director: Bryan Singer

Overview

After the re-emergence of the world's first mutant, world-destroyer Apocalypse, the X-Men must unite to defeat his extinction level plan.

Themes

Trust and betrayal, Mutant humanity tension, World domination anxiety, Extinction level plan, Duty vs personal loss, Leadership under burden

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Untamed

403. The Untamed

Science Fiction Drama Thriller Horror Monster Horror
6.1

20161h 38min

Mexico, Denmark

Director: Amat Escalante

Overview

Desperate to flee but consumed by fear, Alejandra, a young mother and working housewife, is trapped in a violent and unsatisfying relationship with her husband, Angel. She leans on her brother Fabián for support, but he has secrets of his own. The troubled couple locate a meteorite, initiating an encounter with a mysterious creature. Their lives are turned upside down by the discovery of the creature, which is a source of both pleasure and destruction. A rag-tag collection of people also addicted to having mind-blowing sex with the monster come in and out...Alejandra’s gay brother, Fabian has sex with Ángel, his abusive, cheating brother-in-law. Eventually, for the second time, Ángel is tossed aside once Fabian discovers the Joy of (Squid) Sex. ...

Themes

Gendered power dynamics, Domestic coercion, Secret affairs, Alien seduction, Wealth and leverage, Desire and dependency

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Kill Command

404. Kill Command

Action Horror Science Fiction Thriller Military Action
5.7

20161h 39min

United Kingdom

Director: Steven Gomez

Overview

Set in a near future, technology-reliant society that pits man against killing machines. Against this backdrop an elite army unit is helicoptered to a remote, off-the-grid island training facility. What starts out as a simple training exercise for Captain Bukes and his tight-knit unit, descends into a terrifying battle to the death, as the marines discover the island is overrun by an enemy that transcends the human concept of evil.

Themes

Technology ethics, Surveillance power, Isolation crisis, Adaptive threat response, Ai autonomy, Military automation

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Captain America: Civil War

405. Captain America: Civil War

Adventure Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Epic Sci-Fi
7.8

20162h 27min

United States

Director: Joe Russo

Overview

Following the events of Age of Ultron, the collective governments of the world pass an act designed to regulate all superhuman activity. This polarizes opinion amongst the Avengers, causing two factions to side with Iron Man or Captain America, which causes an epic battle between former allies.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Secrecy and disclosure, Conflicting loyalties, Oversight autonomy, Manipulation of outcomes, Fractured alliances

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Criminal

406. Criminal

Action Crime Science Fiction Spy Action Undercover Sting Crime
6.3

20161h 53min

Bulgaria, France

Director: Ariel Vromen

Overview

CIA Agent Bill Pope is on a mission to track down a shadowy hacker named 'The Dutchman'. When he gets mysteriously killed, an experimental procedure transfers his memories into a dangerous ex-convict. When he wakes up Pope's memories, his mission is to eliminate The Dutchman before the hacker launches ICBMs and starts World War III.

Themes

Loyalty under manipulation, Memory as weapon, Collateral harm, Memory graft, Covert memory warfare, Ethical boundaries in espionage

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Justice League vs. Teen Titans

407. Justice League vs. Teen Titans

Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Comedy
7.0

20161h 18min

United States

Director: Sam Liu

Overview

Robin is sent by Batman to work with the Teen Titans after his volatile behavior botches up a Justice League mission. The Titans must then step up to face Trigon after he possesses the League and threatens to conquer the world.

Themes

Teamwork under crisis, Leadership under strain, Possession and control, Belonging vs outsiders, Authority under pressure, Mentorship through conflict

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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10 Cloverfield Lane

408. 10 Cloverfield Lane

Thriller Science Fiction Drama Horror Survival Thriller
7.2

20161h 44min

United States

Director: Dan Trachtenberg

Overview

After a catastrophic car crash, a young woman wakes up in a survivalist's underground bunker, where he claims to have saved her from an apocalyptic attack that has left the outside world uninhabitable.

Themes

Survival under captivity, Trust and betrayal, Deception and control, Confinement and autonomy, Jealousy and power dynamics, External threat and isolation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Allegiant

409. Allegiant

Adventure Science Fiction Action Mystery Dystopian Sci-Fi
5.7

20162h

United States

Director: Robert Schwentke

Overview

Beatrice Prior and Tobias Eaton venture into the world outside of the fence and are taken into protective custody by a mysterious agency known as the Bureau of Genetic Welfare.

Themes

Genetic manipulation ethics, Memory erasure as weapon, Rebellion within systems, State control and autonomy, Revolution and dystopia, Power and trust dynamics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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They Call Me Jeeg

410. They Call Me Jeeg

Drama Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Psychological Drama
7.0

20161h 52min

Italy

Director: Gabriele Mainetti

Overview

Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who believes Enzo is the hero from her favorite anime, Steel Jeeg.

Themes

Trauma and coping, Power and accountability, Anti hero dynamics, Urban underworld violence, Media spectacle and mythmaking, Selfish gain vs responsibility

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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