240 Apocalyptic and Post-Apocalyptic Films
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AirMovie · 2015 · 94m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn the near future, the air is unbreathable. Almost all of humanity is gone, and the people selected to rebuild society are in a state of suspended animation. Two engineers, responsible for protecting humanity's last hope, fight to maintain their sanity and survive while carrying out this critical mission.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.0 - 2
In My RoomMovie · 2018 · 120mArmin, a man in his forties living a freelance life with limited funds, is generally unfulfilled but resigned to his existence. One morning, he awakens to find the world unchanged, yet humanity is gone.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 3
AnonMovie · 2018 · 100m · Science Fiction, Crime, MysteryIn a near-future society with no privacy – where every memory is recorded, and crime is rare – detective Sal Frieland investigates a string of unsolved murders. His investigation leads him to a young woman who seems to have vanished from the system, leaving no trace of her existence. Sal suspects this isn't the end of crime, but a new beginning. Known only as "The Girl," she must be found before Sal becomes her next target.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 4
The Maze RunnerMovie · 2014 · 113m · Action, Mystery, Science FictionA teenager with amnesia joins a community of boys within a walled area, encircled by a vast, shifting maze. He must learn the community's customs and navigate its social structure. As he does, he starts finding hints that could offer a way out and reveal why they are trapped.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 5
The Blood of HeroesMovie · 1989 · 100m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a ruined future where all sports are gone, the violent game of jugging is society's only entertainment. The story follows Sallow, a former top player now leading a ragtag team. He was exiled from the elite leagues after a controversial relationship.
His fortunes change when he meets Kidda, a talented young girl with big dreams. They form an unexpected partnership that could give Sallow’s team another chance at winning in the cutthroat world of jugging. As they compete, they face challenges on and off the field, testing their loyalty and forcing them to confront questions of power and redemption.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 6
The HostMovie · 2013 · 126m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionAn alien entity invades Melanie Stryder's body. Instead of fulfilling its mission to conquer Earth, the alien, who becomes known as Wanda, develops a connection with Melanie and chooses to help other humans fight for their freedom.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.3 - 7
Æon FluxMovie · 2005 · 93m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerIn the year 400, a plague has decimated most of humanity, leaving only the walled city of Bregna, governed by a council of scientists. Æon Flux, a leading agent in the underground Monican resistance, is tasked with assassinating a government official. During her mission, she discovers a hidden world of secrets.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.6 - 8
Demolition ManMovie · 1993 · 115m · Crime, Action, Science FictionIn 2032, the city of San Angeles faces a shock when Simon Phoenix, a notorious criminal frozen in 1996, escapes during a parole hearing. He emerges into a future unrecognizable to him, a world unimaginable in the 1990s. As chaos erupts and authorities try to stop Phoenix, they must reluctantly team up with John Spartan, the officer who originally captured him and was also frozen due to accusations of mass killings. This uneasy partnership leads to a suspenseful chase, as San Angeles prepares for the repercussions of its history and current dangers.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 9
The Hunger GamesMovie · 2012 · 142m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionIn a bleak future, the ruling Capitol demands that each district offer two young people to fight to the death in a televised event. A girl steps forward to volunteer in her sister's place, initiating a desperate fight for survival and a challenge to the Capitol's authority.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 10
The HordeMovie · 2010 · 98m · Action, Horror, ThrillerA group of corrupt police officers raid a dilapidated building in a poor Parisian suburb, seeking revenge for a fallen comrade killed by a ruthless criminal gang. They unknowingly enter a deadly trap as a mysterious plague transforms the living into the undead, who begin to prey on the world.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 11
The Fifth ElementMovie · 1997 · 126m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureIn 2257, humanity's future depends on an unlikely hero: a taxi driver. He's drawn into a mission to protect a young girl, who holds a vital piece of the puzzle for all of humankind. As he journeys through a dangerous future, the taxi driver confronts his obligations and discovers the complex connection between himself and the girl’s destiny. This sci-fi drama examines sacrifice, redemption, and how ordinary people can make a difference in extraordinary times. The film offers a compelling story and strong performances, immersing viewers in a world where even small actions can determine humanity's survival.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6 - 12
Avengers: Infinity WarMovie · 2018 · 149m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionThe Avengers and their allies have faced threats beyond any single hero's ability to manage. Now, a new danger arrives from the cosmos: Thanos. This notorious intergalactic tyrant seeks to gather all six Infinity Stones, incredibly powerful artifacts. He intends to use them to reshape reality according to his own vision. Everything the Avengers have been fighting for culminates in this moment, with the future of Earth and existence hanging in the balance.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.2 - 13
Terminator SalvationMovie · 2009 · 115m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a 2018 ravaged by war, John Connor is the leader of humanity's fight against a growing army of militaristic robots. His mission becomes complicated by the arrival of Marcus Wright, whose origins are unclear. As Connor struggles to understand if Wright is from the future or the past, he must decide whether to trust him as an ally or consider him a threat.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 14
The Book of EliMovie · 2010 · 118m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn a world after a devastating catastrophe, a solitary man journeys across America. His mission: to safeguard a sacred book believed to contain the key to humanity's survival.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 15
28 Weeks LaterMovie · 2007 · 100m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionTwenty-eight weeks after a deadly rage virus swept through the British Isles, the entire population is gone. Six months later, a group of Americans arrives, believing the danger has passed. They quickly discover the virus still exists, ready to strike again.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 16
Where Have All the People GoneMovie · 1974 · 74m · Science Fiction, Drama, TV MovieAfter a mysterious cosmic event wipes out most life on Earth, a few humans are immune to deadly solar flares. In the aftermath of this mass extinction, a small group of survivors tries to rebuild their lives together. They face incredible dangers in a world overrun by wild animals and the ruins of civilization, fighting for survival in a devastated Earth. It's a story about how people persevere and keep living, even when everything is destroyed.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 17
Night of the CometMovie · 1984 · 95m · Comedy, Horror, Science FictionAfter a catastrophic celestial event devastates the world, two teenagers from the San Fernando Valley struggle to survive in a ruined landscape. They soon discover their fight for survival is far from over: cannibalistic zombies populate the streets, and secretive scientists operate in the shadows. The girls must reluctantly team up to combat the relentless undead while trying to uncover the researchers' hidden motives. This stark post-apocalyptic story explores friendship, survival, and strength as these young women evolve from ordinary high school students into determined fighters.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 18
Vanishing on 7th StreetMovie · 2010 · 92m · Mystery, Horror, ThrillerA sudden worldwide blackout causes entire communities to disappear, leaving behind only their belongings. A small group of survivors finds refuge in a dimly lit tavern on 7th Street, fighting to survive the terrifying aftermath. As they come to believe they might be the only ones left, a sinister presence begins to stalk them.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.3 - 19
Blue World OrderMovie · 2017 · 115mFollowing a nuclear war that devastated the northern hemisphere, the survivors in the south descend into desperation and violence as they fight for dwindling resources. Society collapses, and a deadly bacteria threatens to wipe out the remaining population. "The ORDER," a self-appointed government, attempts to rebuild civilization by distributing an immunization via a powerful electromagnetic pulse. Secretly, The ORDER also uses the EMP to deliver a bio-tech virus, granting them control over the people. One man, Jake Slater, is immune to the virus. He now scavenges the wasteland desperately searching for a way to save his unconscious daughter, unaware she is the last child on Earth and holds the key to humanity's future.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.3 - 20
ChappieMovie · 2015 · 120m · Crime, Action, Science FictionChappie is a gifted child, a special prodigy. Like any child, he's shaped by the world around him – both good and bad – and must use his own instincts to find his place. But Chappie is different; he's a robot.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 21
Resident EvilMovie · 2002 · 100m · Horror, Action, Science FictionA virus escapes from a highly secure research facility, transforming the scientists inside into flesh-eating zombies and the animals into monstrous creatures. The government dispatches a specialized military team to stop the spread of the infection.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 22
Resident Evil: ApocalypseMovie · 2004 · 94m · Horror, Action, Science FictionWhen a city is placed under quarantine, Alice discovers the victims of a previous Umbrella Corporation incident have become zombies. She joins a small team of elite soldiers tasked with rescuing the missing daughter of the T-virus creator. As they face dwindling supplies and mounting dangers, the team fights for survival and escape before the Umbrella Corporation attempts to cover up its experiment.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.4 - 23
Terminator: Dark FateMovie · 2019 · 128m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureYears after Sarah Connor stopped Judgment Day, a new, deadly Terminator is dispatched to kill the future leader of the resistance. To protect humanity, Sarah Connor joins forces with an unlikely partner and a powerful enhanced soldier to defeat this ultimate Terminator.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 24
The Purge: AnarchyMovie · 2014 · 103m · Horror, ThrillerEach year, the government allows one 12-hour period where citizens can commit any crime without consequence. Leo, a sergeant grieving the loss of his son, intends to take revenge during this time. Instead of becoming a vengeful figure, he unexpectedly finds himself protecting four innocent strangers who are fighting for their survival throughout the night.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 25
Death Race: InfernoMovie · 2013 · 104m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerCarl Lucas, a skilled racer, has four wins and needs one more to earn his freedom. Before his final race, Lucas and his team are moved to a new prison where they'll compete in a dangerous desert Death Race. Meanwhile, a marketer discovers the potential to expand the Death Race program nationwide.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.9 - 26
Hell Comes to FrogtownMovie · 1988 · 88m · Action, Comedy, Science FictionFollowing a devastating nuclear and biological war, the surviving Americans are ruled by women and face extinction due to widespread infertility. Hell, a prisoner carrying a hidden explosive device, is tasked with rescuing a group of fertile women from a monstrous frog-like mutant leader. This dangerous mission forces Hell to confront not only his own survival but also the future of humanity. With time running out and danger everywhere, he must navigate this harsh world, dealing with the results of his choices and the possibility of finding redemption.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5 - 27
HellMovie · 2011 · 89m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn 2016, a solar event has transformed Earth into a desolate wasteland. The few remaining humans are either skilled survivors or ruthless, or both. Marie, her sister Leonie, and their friend Phillip travel toward the mountains, hoping to find water. They encounter Tom, a skilled mechanic, along the way, but can they trust him? Their journey takes a dangerous turn when they are ambushed, forcing them to fight for their lives.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 28
Mortal EnginesMovie · 2018 · 128m · Adventure, Science FictionCenturies in the future, Earth's cities are colossal, mobile metropolises constantly vying for scarce resources. On one such city, a modern London, Tom Natsworthy meets a mysterious young woman from the desolate wastelands. This chance encounter irrevocably alters the course of his life.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 29
OccupationMovie · 2018 · 119m · Action, Science Fiction, DramaWhen aliens invade, the people of a small town must unite to survive. Facing a relentless enemy, they discover they must coordinate their efforts to evade the invaders and fight for a chance to retaliate.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8 - 30
Logan's RunMovie · 1976 · 119m · Action, Science FictionIn the 23rd century, a gleaming domed city offers its citizens endless pleasures and conveniences in a seemingly perfect utopia. But a dark secret underlies this ideal: residents are not permitted to live past thirty. Upon reaching this age, citizens can undergo a civic ceremony called 'renewal,' granting them a second chance at life. Those denied this renewal must flee to survive. This film explores societal control, the value of human life, and the courage needed to challenge expectations for a better future.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 31
Mad Max: Fury RoadMovie · 2015 · 121m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, humanity has fractured, and survival is a brutal struggle. Amidst this harsh landscape, two rebels on the run hold the potential to bring order back to a broken society.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.6 - 32
CrumbsMovie · 2015 · 71mA quiet man travels through a ruined world, seeking information about a spaceship that remains motionless in the air.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5 - 33
Resident Evil: ExtinctionMovie · 2007 · 94m · Horror, Action, Science FictionFollowing the disaster in Raccoon City, a group of survivors journeys through the Nevada desert toward Alaska. Alice joins their convoy, and together they face dangers from massive numbers of zombies and the malevolent Umbrella Corporation.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 34
10 Cloverfield LaneMovie · 2016 · 104m · Thriller, Science Fiction, DramaFollowing a devastating car accident, a young woman awakens in a survivalist's underground bunker. He tells her he rescued her from a global attack that has rendered the surface world unsafe.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 35
Terminator GenisysMovie · 2015 · 126m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerIn 2029, John Connor leads the human resistance in a war against machines. During a major offensive in Los Angeles, John begins to suspect a dangerous new plan by SkyNet. TECOM intelligence reveals the machines intend to attack him from both the past and the future, fundamentally altering the nature of warfare.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 36
Twelve MonkeysMovie · 1995 · 129m · Science Fiction, Thriller, MysteryInvestigative journalist Chris Morris fearlessly examines Britain's most troubling issues, revealing societal problems with sharp detail. The documentary series confronts difficult subjects like animal cruelty, drug abuse, sex scandals, and political corruption. In a notable 2001 episode, Morris tackles the sensitive topic of pedophilia, exploring hidden realities while pushing boundaries. His investigations blend satire with honest reporting to offer a powerful, uncompromising look at modern British society.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 37
LooperMovie · 2012 · 118m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn 2044, time travel is still a distant dream, but it will arrive in three decades. When organized crime wants someone eliminated, they send their target into the past, where a hired gun named Joe awaits to finish the job. Joe is thriving financially until the mob decides to end the cycle by sending Joe's future self back in time for assassination.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 38
Tooth and NailMovie · 2007 · 94m · Science Fiction, HorrorAfter a devastating apocalypse, a group of survivors known as Foragers are working to rebuild society from their base in an abandoned hospital in Philadelphia. Their efforts are threatened when they encounter the Rovers, a ruthless gang of cannibals, leading to a violent conflict.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.6 - 39
GamerMovie · 2009 · 95m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionA revolutionary mind-control technology has swept the world. "Slayers," a popular online multiplayer game, lets players control real people. Simon controls Kable, the game's top player. Kable's ultimate goal is to reclaim his identity and freedom by defeating the game's creator.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 40
The Girl with All the GiftsMovie · 2016 · 111m · Action, Horror, Science FictionA strange fungus has transformed most people into mindless, flesh-eating creatures in the future. When a scientist and a teacher discover a girl who appears immune, they embark on a journey to find a way to save humanity.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 41
Death Race: Beyond AnarchyMovie · 2018 · 111m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionFormer Black Ops operative Connor Gibson breaks into a high-security prison to challenge the infamous driver Frankenstein in a dangerous, all-out car race.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.2 - 42
The BatteryMovie · 2012 · 101m · Drama, HorrorIn rural Connecticut, baseball players Ben and Mickey struggle to survive a zombie outbreak. They become a team – catcher and pitcher – working together to evade a zombie that acts as the batter. The pragmatic Ben and the optimistic Mickey often clash over their approach. A human voice suddenly appears on their walkie-talkies. Is help close by, as Mickey hopes, or is Ben right to be wary?IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 43
War of the WorldsMovie · 2005 · 117m · Adventure, Thriller, Science FictionRay Ferrier, a divorced dockworker struggling with fatherhood, has a rare weekend visit from his teenage son and young daughter, arranged by his ex-wife and her new husband. Their visit coincides with an unusual and intense lightning storm.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 44
How It EndsMovie · 2018 · 113m · Science Fiction, Thriller, MysteryAfter a strange, world-altering disaster plunges society into chaos, a father embarks on a perilous journey to find his way back to his wife, who is heavily pregnant and waiting for him at home.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.3 - 45
WaterworldMovie · 1995 · 135m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionIn a future where climate change has flooded the Earth, humanity lives on floating islands. A determined tavern worker rescues a mutated sailor from a prison island and, with her enthusiastic apprentice Enola, sets sail on his boat. Their journey is perilous, pursued by a menacing pirate who wants a map tattooed on Enola's skin – the key to finding the legendary dry land.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 46
Dateline NBCMovie · 1982 · 118m · Science Fiction, Drama, ThrillerEvery week, Dateline NBC presents detailed investigations into real crimes and mysteries that have deeply affected people and communities. The newsmagazine series tells compelling stories exploring the complexities of human nature, using expert interviews and re-enactments to examine intricate cases. Originally NBC's main newsmagazine, Dateline now focuses primarily on true crime, captivating viewers with suspenseful storytelling and vivid detail. While sometimes covering other subjects, these stories are usually overshadowed by the gripping tales of deception, betrayal, and the search for justice that are central to Dateline's lasting popularity.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 47
Escape from New YorkMovie · 1981 · 99m · Science Fiction, ActionIn a future where Manhattan is a walled-off prison for violent criminals, the US President's helicopter crashes, leaving him stranded. War hero Snake Plissken is tasked with a 24-hour mission: infiltrate the city and retrieve the President. This former Special Forces operative, now a renegade with a bionic arm, must navigate a dangerous landscape filled with ruthless inmates determined to stop him. Stripped of societal rules, Plissken undertakes a brutal quest for redemption in a lawless city, exploring themes of power, corruption, and the breakdown of order.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 48
Without WarningMovie · 1994 · 91mA television broadcast is interrupted by a news report: meteors have struck the United States, France, and China. Initially appearing as a natural phenomenon, subsequent interviews with scientists and eyewitnesses suggest otherwise. With three more meteors on a collision course with Earth, the world's governments unite to intercept them.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 49
Cloud AtlasMovie · 2012 · 172m · Drama, Science FictionCloud Atlas presents six interconnected stories set across centuries, from the 19th century to a far-future post-apocalyptic world. It explores how the choices people make resonate through time, influencing one another across generations. The narrative blends action, mystery, and romance as it follows one soul's transformation from villain to hero, and how a single act of kindness sparks a revolution centuries later. This film is based on the acclaimed novel by David Mitchell and directed by Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 50
ARQMovie · 2016 · 88m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a bleak future, two longtime friends find themselves caught in a perplexing time loop. Their repeated experiences may be linked to the escalating conflict between a powerful corporation and a group of rebels fighting for freedom.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 51
RevoltMovie · 2017 · 87m · Science Fiction, ActionWhen aliens invade Earth, humanity faces extinction. In the war-torn African countryside, a U.S. soldier and a French aid worker join forces to survive the alien attack. As they search for safety in a devastated world, their relationship is pushed to the limit.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.5 - 52
The MatrixMovie · 1999 · 136m · Action, Science FictionIn the year 22nd century, advanced artificial intelligence controls all aspects of human life, including our minds. This is the bleak future presented in *The Matrix*. A talented computer hacker discovers a hidden world and joins a group of rebels who know the truth about this oppressive reality. He must now fight the powerful machines that rule the Earth, facing difficult choices as he questions what is real. *The Matrix* is a compelling story of rebellion and finding oneself in a world where the distinction between humans and machines is lost.IMDb 8.7TMDB 8.3 - 53
The Matrix ReloadedMovie · 2003 · 138m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerAs more people escape the Matrix, they arrive in the city of Zion, where a growing Resistance forms. Neo learns he has extraordinary abilities, including the power to see the Matrix's code. With machines closing in on Zion within 72 hours, Neo, Morpheus, and Trinity must locate the Keymaker to reach the Source and save humanity.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 54
The Matrix RevolutionsMovie · 2003 · 129m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerHumanity's last city, Zion, is under siege by a relentless machine army. Amidst the conflict, Neo strives to bring an end to the war while confronting the dangerous Agent Smith.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 55
I Am MotherMovie · 2019 · 114m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA teenage girl has been raised in isolation by a robot "Mother," created to repopulate a desolate Earth after a global catastrophe. Their unusual connection is challenged when a mysterious stranger appears, bringing unsettling news.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 56
ArmageddonMovie · 1998 · 151m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionWhen a large asteroid is on a collision course with Earth, NASA administrator Dan Truman believes the only solution is to drill into it and detonate a nuclear weapon. He hires the best deep-core driller in the business, Harry Stamper, for the perilous space mission – on the condition that Stamper can bring his own experienced crew. Stamper is particularly skeptical of A.J., whom he feels isn't capable of being with his daughter, but the mission will challenge his assumptions.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 57
IOMovie · 2019 · 96m · Science FictionA young scientist works desperately to find a solution for a planet facing imminent destruction. She forms a bond with a man determined to secure a place on the final escape shuttle.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.0 - 58
The IslandMovie · 2005 · 136m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn 2019, Lincoln Six-Echo lives in a seemingly perfect, isolated community. Like everyone else, he dreams of being selected to go to The Island, believed to be the only safe place left on Earth. But Lincoln soon learns that everything he knows about his world is a fabrication.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 59
Patient ZeroMovie · 2018 · 87m · Horror, Thriller, ActionWhen a global pandemic transforms most of humanity into aggressive, infected creatures, Morgan emerges as a leader. He possesses a unique gift: he can understand the infected. Guiding the remaining survivors, Morgan embarks on a perilous quest to find the origin of the outbreak – patient zero – and a potential cure.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.3 - 60
Mad Max 2Movie · 1981 · 96m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerSet in a desolate Australian Outback after an apocalypse, Max Rockatansky is a drifter searching for gasoline. He and other survivors find themselves at a fuel depot controlled by Lord Humungus, a powerful and mysterious leader who embodies the harshness of the land. Max must face dangerous situations and fight to protect his community from Humungus' violent plans in this unforgiving world.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 61
Blade Runner 2049Movie · 2017 · 164m · Science Fiction, DramaThirty years after the first film, Officer K, a new Blade Runner for the LAPD, discovers a long-hidden secret that could destabilize society. His investigation leads him to search for Rick Deckard, a former Blade Runner who disappeared thirty years ago.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 62
QuintetMovie · 1979 · 118m · Science FictionIn a future gripped by a new ice age, humanity's last hope lies in a board game called Quintet. As the world freezes, a group of survivors elevates the game beyond entertainment, using living players in a desperate fight for survival. Victory means life; defeat means sacrifice. The film explores desperation and moral choices as these survivors confront extinction, forcing them to question what they're willing to do to live. Each move in the game becomes a life-or-death decision, revealing the true cost of survival.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.1 - 63
ContagionMovie · 2011 · 106m · Drama, Thriller, Science FictionA deadly airborne virus spreads rapidly, threatening to kill within days. As the global outbreak intensifies, the medical world frantically searches for a cure while trying to contain the escalating panic.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 64
ElysiumMovie · 2013 · 109m · Science Fiction, Action, DramaIn 2159, humanity is divided. The wealthy thrive on the pristine space station Elysium, while the majority struggle on a ruined Earth. Secretary Rhodes, a strict government official, fiercely enforces policies keeping Earth people out, protecting Elysium's privileged existence. But those on Earth are desperate to escape. When Max finds himself with nowhere left to turn, he accepts a dangerous mission. Success could not only save him, but potentially bridge the gap between these two vastly different worlds.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 65
The ColonyMovie · 2013 · 95m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerWhen the next ice age forces humanity underground, a small community of survivors must battle a new danger – one more brutal than the frozen world above.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.4 - 66
Total RecallMovie · 2012 · 118m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerDoug Quaid, a factory worker, chooses a virtual reality vacation from the company Rekall, selecting implanted memories of a life as a spy. The simulation malfunctions, leaving Quaid with false memories and a new identity. He is now a fugitive pursued by the authorities and finds himself partnering with a rebel fighter to challenge the oppressive Chancellor Cohaagen.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 67
Repo MenMovie · 2010 · 111m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn the future, advanced medical technology allows people to purchase artificial organs to live longer. However, if payments aren't made, the Union dispatches agents to reclaim the organs. Remy is a top agent for the Union, until he himself becomes a recipient of an artificial heart, placing him in the same desperate situation as those he pursues.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 68
THX 1138Movie · 1971 · 86m · Science Fiction, DramaKwai Chang Caine, a Shaolin monk living peacefully in Northern California, has his world destroyed when an evil priest razes his temple. Believing the other to be dead, Caine and his son Peter go their separate ways. Caine journeys across the world seeking spiritual understanding, while Peter becomes a police officer in 1990s America, a modern-day Wild West. Eventually, fate reunites father and son, and they join forces to fight against the evil priest who destroyed Caine's home. United by their shared goal, they work together to protect the innocent and bring justice to a chaotic world.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 69
The CoreMovie · 2003 · 136m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ThrillerDr. Josh Keyes, a geophysicist, discovers that an unknown force has stopped the Earth's inner core from rotating. As the planet's magnetic field weakens rapidly, the atmosphere begins to disintegrate, leading to widespread disaster. To fix the crisis, Keyes and a team of top scientists journey into the Earth's core with a mission: to detonate a device that will restart the core's rotation.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.8 - 70
EquilibriumMovie · 2002 · 107m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a bleak future, a totalitarian government keeps its citizens docile with a drug, and any sign of emotion is a death sentence. The man tasked with enforcing these laws begins a dangerous path to overthrow the entire system.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 71
Reign of FireMovie · 2002 · 101m · Adventure, Action, FantasyIn a ruined England, an American volunteer joins forces with a British survivor to confront a growing threat: fire-breathing dragons emerging from underground after centuries. The British survivor, leading a group searching for the dragons' leader, is driven by personal loss – his mother was killed by a dragon, but he still holds hope for love.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 72
Steel DawnMovie · 1987 · 97m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a harsh, desolate land where survival is a constant fight, a seasoned wanderer discovers a small, thriving community in the desert. This community fiercely protects its vital water supply from dangerous raiders who seek to destroy their peaceful existence.
The warrior struggles with whether to get involved in their conflict, considering the risks of interfering. As he learns about the community and the dangers surrounding it, he forms unexpected bonds and confronts his past. He must decide if he will remain alone or embrace the chance for belonging within this new group.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.0 - 73
Mad Max Beyond ThunderdomeMovie · 1985 · 107m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIn a future wasteland, Mad Max becomes entangled with a technologically advanced but corrupt community. They use his survival skills to maintain their power, but then wrongly exile him. He discovers a hidden colony of abandoned children struggling to survive.
Becoming their only hope, Max undertakes a dangerous journey to protect and guide them to safety. He grapples with his past and the difficult choices that come with protecting these vulnerable children. The film explores survival, redemption, and the importance of compassion in a brutal world.
As Max confronts the consequences of his choices and the harsh realities of the landscape, he questions his own beliefs. Can he find redemption through kindness, or will the world's violence ultimately win?IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 74
The DivideMovie · 2012 · 122m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerAfter a nuclear strike, a group of survivors huddle in the basement of their apartment building for days. Confined and facing dwindling resources, fear begins to erode their relationships.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.9 - 75
BlindnessMovie · 2008 · 121m · Drama, Mystery, Science FictionA sudden plague causes widespread blindness in a city. A small group of those affected unite to navigate the harsh realities of their enforced quarantine and ultimately overcome it.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 76
DoomsdayMovie · 2008 · 108m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionA deadly virus, known as the Reaper, ravaged Britain thirty years ago, infecting millions and claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. The country was successfully quarantined, but the virus has now returned in a major city. An elite team of specialists is sent into the quarantined zone on a critical mission: to find a cure, no matter the cost. Isolated from the world, the team must fight their way through a terrifyingly transformed landscape.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 77
The RoverMovie · 2014 · 103m · Crime, DramaA decade after a major economic crash devastated the West, society is fractured and survival is a daily struggle. Eric, a solitary drifter who lives out of his car, has it stolen by a gang. He then encounters Rey, left behind by the thieves and badly injured. The two men reluctantly agree to work together.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 78
Escape from the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1971 · 98m · Action, Science FictionThree highly intelligent chimpanzees arrive on Earth in a mysterious spaceship. At first doubted, the talking apes quickly amaze people with their advanced minds. Scientists try to learn where they came from, balancing excitement with concern. But when the apes, aware of human experiments, plan a risky escape, a series of events begins. This film makes us consider what we really know about intelligence, compassion, and the differences between species. It’s an exciting adventure with emotional moments that also reflects real-world problems.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 79
Conquest of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1972 · 88m · Action, Science FictionIn a future where apes are enslaved by humans, the story follows Caesar, a chimpanzee who emerges after nearly two decades in hiding to lead a revolution against his oppressors. He rallies his fellow apes while battling internal struggles and external dangers, questioning his role as a leader and his own identity. This film explores power, social hierarchies, and the importance of dignity and respect for all living things.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 80
Z for ZachariahMovie · 2015 · 97m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionAfter a nuclear war, a young woman lives alone, believing she is the only woman left alive. Her solitude shatters when she finds another person: a scientist, deeply affected by radiation and desperate to find other survivors. A tentative trust forms between them. However, the arrival of a stranger threatens to destroy their fragile connection.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 81
Dawn of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 2014 · 130m · Science Fiction, Action, DramaIn post-apocalyptic San Francisco, a team of scientists fights for survival as a deadly plague decimates the human population. Meanwhile, Caesar strives to maintain control over his community of highly evolved apes.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 82
Phase 7Movie · 2010 · 95m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ComedyWhen their apartment is quarantined, a man fiercely defends his pregnant wife from their concerned neighbors.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 83
CellMovie · 2016 · 98m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerA mysterious signal spreads across the globe, triggering a terrifying outbreak. People transform into violent killers, unleashing widespread chaos. In New England, a small group of survivors must navigate the resulting devastation.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.7 - 84
Damnation AlleyMovie · 1977 · 91m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionAfter a devastating World War III, four survivors are trapped at a remote military outpost. They must journey across a ruined America, facing mutated creatures, harsh weather, and constant danger.
Riding in heavily fortified vehicles, they head for Albany, hoping to find other people. This difficult and dangerous trip will test their courage and determination.
The story explores resilience, survival, and the bonds between people in a desolate but strangely beautiful landscape. It’s a powerful film about what it means to keep going when everything is lost.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.1 - 85
Babylon A.D.Movie · 2008 · 101m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionA former soldier now working as a mercenary is tasked with transporting a young woman harboring a secret from war-torn Eastern Europe to New York City.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 86
The 5th WaveMovie · 2016 · 112m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionSixteen-year-old Cassie Sullivan struggles to survive in a world ravaged by an alien invasion. The invasion has decimated the population, pushing humanity back to a primitive state.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.9 - 87
HostileMovie · 2018 · 82m · Drama, Horror, RomanceIn a post-apocalyptic world, Juliette is the sole survivor. She battles for survival against starvation, dehydration, a broken leg, and unsettling creatures that emerge only after dark.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.8 - 88
Battle for the Planet of the ApesMovie · 1973 · 93m · Action, Science FictionThe final installment of the Planet of the Apes saga. Following the downfall of humanity, a society of intelligent apes, led by Caesar, shares a fragile peace with humans. Gorilla General Aldo attempts to ignite a civil war among the apes, while a community of human mutants dwelling beneath a ruined city plots to overthrow those they consider their adversaries. The series culminates in this final conflict.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 89
Six-String SamuraiMovie · 1998 · 91m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionFollowing a nuclear war that left the world under Russian control, this story blends 1950s rock and roll with medieval combat. Buddy is a musician and warrior with a retro style, carrying a guitar and sword. He sets out on a journey to the legendary city of Lost Vegas to become its new King, succeeding Elvis Presley. Along the way, Buddy meets an orphaned boy who joins him in his quest to fulfill his rock and roll destiny.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 90
28 Days LaterMovie · 2002 · 113m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionA month after a deadly virus escapes from a British research lab, a handful of London survivors fight for their lives against the infected. The virus, spread by animals and people alike, transforms victims into violent killers, proving unstoppable.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 91
CarriersMovie · 2009 · 84m · Action, Drama, HorrorA deadly virus has spread worldwide, making everyone vulnerable and untrustworthy. Four friends journey through the American West to a remote beach in the Gulf of Mexico, hoping to find safety and wait out the pandemic. Their escape turns perilous when their car breaks down on a lonely road, triggering a series of events that will determine their destinies.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 92
Fahrenheit 451Movie · 1966 · 113m · Drama, Science FictionIn a future world controlled by the government, books are banned and censorship is widespread. "Firemen" are tasked with finding and burning any literature they find, representing the suppression of independent thought. Montag is one such fireman, proud of his role.
His world begins to change when he befriends Clarisse, a woman who challenges his views and embraces individuality. As Montag explores forbidden literature, he questions the morality of his work and the society he protects. Torn between loyalty to his job and the desire for truth and freedom, Montag faces a difficult choice.
This film explores censorship, conformity, and personal freedom in a chilling depiction of a society that controls its citizens through the suppression of literature.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 93
Minority ReportMovie · 2002 · 145m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerIn the near future, police use advanced technology to predict crimes before they happen. John Anderton is a leading officer in this 'Precrime' division. However, his life is turned upside down when a fellow investigator frames him for murder, making him the target of a city-wide manhunt.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 94
Resident Evil: RetributionMovie · 2012 · 95m · Action, Horror, Science FictionThe Umbrella Corporation’s deadly T-virus has transformed the world's population into flesh-eating creatures. Alice, humanity’s last hope, awakens in Umbrella’s secret facility and begins to uncover her mysterious past as she explores its depths. Searching for those responsible for the outbreak, Alice travels from Tokyo to New York, Washington, D.C., and Moscow. Her journey leads to a shocking revelation that challenges everything she believes. With new allies and old friends, Alice must fight to survive and escape a world on the verge of destruction. The clock is ticking.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.8 - 95
From InsideMovie · 2008 · 71mPregnant Cee is on a damaged train traveling across a desolate, post-apocalyptic world. The train's passengers face threats from floods, war, starvation, and disease. As Cee navigates these dangers, she grapples with the memory of her deceased husband and the approaching arrival of her baby.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.1 - 96
Dead Man's LettersMovie · 1986 · 83m · Drama, Science FictionAfter a devastating nuclear war, a scholar becomes the protector of a small group of survivors – children and adults alike. They find refuge in the underground shelter of a former history museum, seeking safety amidst the ruins.
As time passes, the scholar finds comfort in writing letters to his lost son, sharing his love and memories, knowing they will likely never be read. He writes anyway, holding onto hope in the face of despair.
The film explores resilience and hope as the scholar connects with the children he protects, offering them compassion and guidance. The museum shelter's stark contrast to the destroyed world highlights a powerful story about safeguarding the future, even when the past is lost.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.8 - 97
By Dawn's Early LightMovie · 1990 · 101m · TV Movie, Action, DramaFollowing a devastating nuclear attack on Donetsk, Ukraine, the world faces possible annihilation as the U.S. and Soviet governments race to prevent nuclear war. The U.S. President works to maintain control of the military and government while managing panicked advisors.
When rumors spread that the President died in a helicopter crash, his loyal aides seize power, risking further instability. This intense political thriller reveals a world on the brink, exploring international tensions, power plays, and the frightening results of escalating conflict during the Cold War.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 98
The PostmanMovie · 1997 · 177m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionIn 2013, after a devastating event has left the United States desolate, a lone wanderer travels the ravaged landscape with his mule. He possesses a remarkable ability to recite Shakespeare and an uncanny knack for inspiring hope in others. His journey through this harsh world becomes a story of survival and the power of human connection.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 99
MaggieMovie · 2015 · 95m · Horror, Drama, Science FictionA deadly zombie outbreak threatens the world, but Wade, a farmer and father, refuses to give up, even when his daughter Maggie is infected. As Maggie's condition deteriorates and authorities try to eliminate those with the virus, Wade is forced to do everything he can to protect her. Joely Richardson appears in this post-apocalyptic thriller.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 100
The Last BoyMovie · 2019 · 87m · Drama, Science FictionIn a world facing destruction, a mother with failing health sends her young son on a journey to locate a legendary place said to fulfill desires.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.0
