The 20 Best Science Fiction Movies
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- DirectorTerry GilliamStarsBruce WillisMadeleine StoweBrad PittIn a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet.This gut wrenching film uses time travel in a unique and interesting way that ignores the typical Hollywood doctrines and stays true to its form to effect the most emotional ending of any film I've ever scene.
- DirectorRichard KellyStarsJake GyllenhaalJena MaloneMary McDonnellAfter narrowly escaping a bizarre accident, a troubled teenager is plagued by visions of a man in a large rabbit suit who manipulates him to commit a series of crimes.In many ways this film plays out like a typical indie comedy, however it has a very unique and interesting twist, with one of the most exceptional uses of time travel in this intellectual mind bending film.
- DirectorGeorge LucasStarsHayden ChristensenNatalie PortmanEwan McGregorThree years into the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi pursues a new threat, while Anakin Skywalker is lured by Chancellor Palpatine into a sinister plot to rule the galaxy.My favorite of the Star Wars saga for its unbeliveable powerful ending that binds the whole saga together and for having in spades what no other chapter of the saga holds, it's powerful message of the corruption of power and relation to modern times
- DirectorJames CameronStarsSigourney WeaverMichael BiehnCarrie HennDecades after surviving the Nostromo incident, Ellen Ripley is sent out to re-establish contact with a terraforming colony but finds herself battling the Alien Queen and her offspring.This absolutely exciting and intense film is filled with great characters and heart stopping suspense that gets me every time
- DirectorIrvin KershnerStarsMark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherAfter the Rebel Alliance are overpowered by the Empire, Luke Skywalker begins his Jedi training with Yoda, while his friends are pursued across the galaxy by Darth Vader and bounty hunter Boba Fett.This coming of age film is the most complete of the Star Wars saga, with it surprisingly dark ending and epic battle sequences, the cat and mouse scenes with the millennium falcon and the epic Yoda training scenes.
- DirectorJohn CarpenterStarsJeff BridgesKaren AllenCharles Martin SmithAn alien takes the form of a young Wisconsin widow's husband and makes her drive him to his departure point in Arizona. Distrustful government agents, along with a more ambivalent scientist, give pursuit in hopes of intercepting them.One of the best Love stories ever told, in this unique take on an alien visitation to Earth
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsLeonardo DiCaprioJoseph Gordon-LevittElliot PageA thief who steals corporate secrets through the use of dream-sharing technology is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of a C.E.O., but his tragic past may doom the project and his team to disaster.One of the best and unique thrillers ever made showcasing mastery of film making and acting.
- DirectorPaul VerhoevenStarsArnold SchwarzeneggerSharon StoneMichael IronsideWhen a man goes in to have virtual vacation memories of the planet Mars implanted in his mind, an unexpected and harrowing series of events forces him to go to the planet for real - or is he?The Ultimate in mind bending Thrillers, this Arnie action film despite its gratuitous violence and cheesy one liners remains a suspenseful and intelligent mind bending epic.
- DirectorJ.J. AbramsStarsElle FanningAJ MichalkaKyle ChandlerDuring the summer of 1979, a group of friends witness a train crash and investigate subsequent unexplained events in their small town.JJ Abrams recaptures the magic of ET with a horrific twist, in this film that pulls on the heart strings and masters suspense.
- DirectorNeill BlomkampStarsSharlto CopleyDavid JamesJason CopeViolence ensues after an extraterrestrial race forced to live in slum-like conditions on Earth finds a kindred spirit in a government agent exposed to their biotechnology.A high quality drama that explores important issues and the nature of humanity through the genre of science fiction
- DirectorEric BressJ. Mackye GruberStarsAshton KutcherAmy SmartMelora WaltersEvan Treborn suffers blackouts during significant events of his life. As he grows up, he finds a way to remember these lost memories and a supernatural way to alter his life by reading his journal.This edgy film explores sensitive teenage and childhood issues through the powerful use of time travel
- DirectorCameron CroweStarsTom CruisePenélope CruzCameron DiazA self-indulgent and vain publishing magnate finds his privileged life upended after a vehicular accident with a resentful lover.This stylistic mysterious film delivers with awesome characterization, and it sets the mood perfectly. And it all ends in an emotional and wonderfully done epic ending.
- DirectorNicholas MeyerStarsWilliam ShatnerLeonard NimoyDeForest KelleyWith the assistance of the Enterprise crew, Admiral Kirk must stop an old nemesis, Khan Noonien Singh, from using the life-generating Genesis Device as the ultimate weapon.The epic starship chase movie with one of the best endings of any film
- DirectorLeonard NimoyStarsWilliam ShatnerLeonard NimoyDeForest KelleyAdmiral Kirk and his bridge crew risk their careers stealing the decommissioned U.S.S. Enterprise to return to the restricted Genesis Planet to recover Spock's body.The epic struggle to recover Spock delivers. Although I loathe sci fi "bring character back to life story" this one is so well done I have to give into it, with Kirk and crew's epic stealing of the Enterprise to the epic showdown with the Klingon hostage takers.
- DirectorRichard MarquandStarsMark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherAfter rescuing Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt, the Rebel Alliance attempt to destroy the second Death Star, while Luke struggles to help Darth Vader back from the dark side.The epic conclusion to the Star Wars saga delivers with the emotional story of father and son along side legendary Star Wars battle sequences.
- DirectorAlex ProyasStarsRufus SewellKiefer SutherlandJennifer ConnellyA man struggles with memories of his past, which include a wife he cannot remember and a nightmarish world no one else ever seems to wake up from.This shocking, "turn your world upside" story delivers in shock value and weirdness, if not in acting. This is a unique sci fi tale to keeps you engaged all the way through
- DirectorStuart BairdStarsPatrick StewartJonathan FrakesBrent SpinerThe Enterprise is diverted to the Romulan homeworld Romulus, supposedly because they want to negotiate a peace treaty. Captain Picard and his crew discover a serious threat to the Federation once Praetor Shinzon plans to attack Earth.The best Next Generations film, despite its horrible soundtrack and close resemblance to a famous original Trek film, Nemesis is the only Next Gen film that really brings the characters of the beloved series to live in an ever engaging game of cat and mouse with an outstanding ending action sequence that is not only the best of any Trek movie but up there with any sci fi film.
- DirectorLana WachowskiLilly WachowskiStarsKeanu ReevesLaurence FishburneCarrie-Anne MossFreedom fighters Neo, Trinity and Morpheus continue to lead the revolt against the Machine Army, unleashing their arsenal of extraordinary skills and weaponry against the systematic forces of repression and exploitation.An awesome edgier sequel to Matrix. This story exceeds its successor in many ways as its more complex, action packed and philosophical. Its greatest flaw is that it is a set up for the GOD AWFUL Matrix: Revolutions
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsNathan FillionGina TorresChiwetel EjioforThe crew of the ship Serenity try to evade an assassin sent to recapture telepath River.A fast past scifi action with a western twist. A film based off the Television series Fire Fly, and a huge improvement on that series in my opinion, as its package in cyberpunk-esque style, with a solid plot and awesome villain
- DirectorJohn McTiernanStarsArnold SchwarzeneggerCarl WeathersKevin Peter HallA team of commandos on a mission in a Central American jungle find themselves hunted by an extraterrestrial warrior.This classic Arnie action film about the action hero taking on a bad ass alien hunter