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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.

Parallels

751. Parallels

Science Fiction Simulation & Reality-Shift Sci-Fi
6.0

20151h 23min

United States

Director: Christopher Leone

An underground MMA fighter must confront his sister and his past in an adventure through parallel universes

Themes

World hopping consequences, Family loyalty versus survival, Power through unknown technology, Trust under manipulation, Identity shifts across timelines, Moral ambiguity of leadership

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Absolutely Anything

752. Absolutely Anything

Comedy Science Fiction Satire Alien Contact Sci-Fi
6.0

20151h 25min

United Kingdom

Director: Terry Jones

Eccentric aliens give a man the power to do anything he wants to determine if Earth is worth saving.

Themes

Power without accountability, Unintended consequences, Morality under pressure, Individual vs collective good, Trust and manipulation, Responsibility and temptation

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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Scooby-Doo! Moon Monster Madness

753. Scooby-Doo! Moon Monster Madness

Adventure Animation Family Comedy Mystery
6.5

20151h 20min

Director: Paul McEvoy

It's one giant step for dog-kind as Scooby-Doo and the Gang blast off for an epic, other-worldly adventure in this all-new original movie! After winning the last 5 seats in a lottery, Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne and Velma are off to space in billionaire Sly Baron's brand new ship, the Sly Star One. It's all gravity-free fun until a mysterious alien begins destroying the ship! As the ship breaks down, the crew is forced to land on Sly Baron's base... on the dark side of the moon! Will the gang unravel this alien mystery? Will Scooby-Doo and Shaggy find snacks on the moon? Will Fred ever take his space helmet off?! Journey to the outer limits with Scooby-Doo to find out!


Enter Nowhere

754. Enter Nowhere

Mystery Thriller Science Fiction Whodunit Survival Thriller
6.5

20151h 30min

United States

Director: Jack Heller

Three strangers arrive one by one to a mysterious cabin in the middle of nowhere after enduring separate life-altering predicaments. Searching for a way out of the woods, frustrated, hungry and battling to stay warm they discover their mysterious connection and realize what they have to do in order to get out of the woods alive.

Themes

Deception and misdirection, Survival under isolation, Intergenerational trauma, Time paradox tension, Family ties across generations, War memory and guilt

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Project Almanac

755. Project Almanac

Science Fiction Thriller Time Travel Sci-Fi Mind Game Thriller
6.4

20151h 46min

United States

Director: Dean Israelite

A group of teens discover secret plans of a time machine, and construct one. However, things start to get out of control.

Themes

Group dynamics under stress, Peer pressure drives risk, Deception erodes trust, Ambition vs safety, Consequences ripple outward, Technology tampering dangers

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Ex Machina

756. Ex Machina

Drama Science Fiction AI Sci-Fi Psychological Drama
7.7

20151h 48min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Alex Garland

Caleb, a coder at the world's largest internet company, wins a competition to spend a week at a private mountain retreat belonging to Nathan, the reclusive CEO of the company. But when Caleb arrives at the remote location he finds that he will have to participate in a strange and fascinating experiment in which he must interact with the world's first true artificial intelligence, housed in the body of a beautiful robot girl.

Themes

Surveillance and manipulation, Isolation and distrust, Man vs machine, Artificial intelligence ethics, Employer employee relationship, Consciousness and agency

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Justice League: Throne of Atlantis

757. Justice League: Throne of Atlantis

Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Superhero Action
6.7

20151h 12min

United States

Director: Ethan Spaulding

After the events of Justice League: War, Ocean Master and Black Manta have declared a war against the surface in retaliation of the aftermath of Apokoliptian-tyrant Darkseid's planetary invasion. Queen Atlanna seeks out her other son, Ocean Master’s half-brother Arthur Curry, a half-human with aquatic powers with no knowledge of his Atlantean heritage, to restore balance. Living with powers he doesn’t understand and seeing the danger around him, Curry takes steps to embrace his destiny, joining the Justice League, and with his new teammates he battles to save Earth from total destruction.

Themes

Alliance under pressure, Interrealm conflict, Legacy vs legitimacy, Power and sovereignty, Duty vs destiny, Heritage and belonging

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Comet

758. Comet

Science Fiction Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Time Travel Sci-Fi
6.7

20141h 31min

United States

Director: Sam Esmail

When a chance encounter brings together the cynical Dell and the quick-witted Kimberly, the stage is set for a tempestuous love affair that unfolds like a puzzle. As the film zigzags back and forth in time — from a meteor shower in LA, to an encounter in a Paris hotel room, to a fateful phone call — an unforgettable portrait of a relationship emerges.

Themes

Trust under pressure, Nonlinear timeline, Obsessive pursuit, Self-absorption vs vulnerability, Commitment doubts, Intermittent communication

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Parasyte: Part 1

759. Parasyte: Part 1

Science Fiction Horror Action Drama Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
6.8

20141h 49min

Japan

Director: Takashi Yamazaki

Humanity is suffering from a series of mysterious murders across the globe, known as the 'Mincemeat murders'. High school student Izumi Shinichi has a parasite living off him, having replaced his right hand, and he might be the discoverer of truth.

Themes

Power and manipulation, Fear of the other, Body autonomy vs invasion, Dual consciousness conflict, Survival ethics under threat, Emotional estrangement

Available on

Fandango At Home
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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1

760. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1

Science Fiction Adventure Thriller Dystopian Sci-Fi Adventure Epic
6.6

20142h 3min

United States

Director: Francis Lawrence

After surviving the Quarter Quell, Katniss finds herself in the hidden stronghold of District 13, where the rebellion against the Capitol is gaining momentum. Struggling with the weight of becoming the symbol of resistance, she must navigate fragile alliances while trying to protect those she loves. As propaganda battles rage and Panem moves closer to full-scale war, Katniss is forced to confront the true cost of revolution.

Themes

Leadership under crisis, Propaganda and manipulation, Resistance and revolt, Female agency under oppression, Class prejudice and subjugation, Collective action and sacrifice

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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