249 Must-See Sci-Fi Thriller Films
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Infinity ChamberMovie · 2016 · 103m · Science Fiction, Mystery, ThrillerA man is imprisoned in a fully automated facility and must use his wits to defeat the system controlling it in order to escape. He then attempts to find his way back to a world that may no longer exist.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 202
Edge of TomorrowMovie · 2014 · 114m · Action, Science FictionLieutenant Bill Cage, a civilian officer with no combat experience, is abruptly sent into a dangerous battlefield. He's killed almost immediately, but manages to take down an alien. He then wakes up back at the start of the day, trapped in a time loop where he's forced to fight and die repeatedly.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 203
eXistenZMovie · 1999 · 97m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionA skilled game designer is hunted by deadly assassins. Racing to uncover why, she enlists an unsuspecting marketing trainee to play her latest virtual reality game. Inside the immersive world, they must discover if the game has been altered or hides a secret connected to the attacks. With high stakes and every decision critical, they struggle to distinguish reality from the game, keeping audiences captivated until the final moments.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 204
MonstersMovie · 2010 · 94m · Drama, Thriller, Science FictionSix years ago, NASA found evidence of alien life in our solar system. A probe sent to collect samples crashed over Central America. Shortly after, new life forms emerged, leading to a quarantine of half of Mexico. Now, the U.S. and Mexican military are still fighting to contain these creatures. A journalist agrees to guide a frightened tourist through the infected zone in Mexico to the U.S. border.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 205
Captive StateMovie · 2019 · 110m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerNine years after an alien occupation, the lives of people in a Chicago neighborhood, caught on both sides of the conflict, are examined. The occupation has led to increased surveillance and restrictions on freedoms, creating an authoritarian system and sparking resistance within the community.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 206
PossessorMovie · 2020 · 103m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionTasya Vos is a highly skilled corporate assassin who uses brain-implant technology to remotely control people and eliminate important targets. While undertaking a new mission, Vos finds herself trapped within a host's mind – a mind that poses an imminent threat to her very existence.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 207
The ForgottenMovie · 2004 · 91m · Thriller, Mystery, Science FictionTelly Paretta, devastated by the death of her 8-year-old son, is shocked when her psychiatrist tells her she's constructed eight years of memories about a child she never had. Determined to find answers and prove her son's existence, Telly connects with a man who shares a similar experience, leading her on a quest to understand what's real and what's not.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9 - 208
The Butterfly EffectMovie · 2004 · 113m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA young man attempts to unlock repressed memories from his childhood. He discovers a method to journey back in time, inhabiting his younger self and altering past events. But he quickly learns that each change creates unforeseen and complicated repercussions.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6 - 209
GeostormMovie · 2017 · 109m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerFollowing a series of devastating natural disasters, world leaders established a global satellite network designed to regulate the climate and ensure human safety. However, the system intended to protect Earth has malfunctioned and begun attacking the planet. Now, a desperate race against time ensues to identify the cause of the problem before a catastrophic worldwide geostorm destroys everything.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.1 - 210
Alien: CovenantMovie · 2017 · 122m · Horror, Science FictionThe crew of the colony ship Covenant journeys to a distant planet, believing it to be an untouched paradise. Instead, they find a dark and perilous world.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 211
SphereMovie · 1998 · 134m · Science Fiction, Mystery, ThrillerScientists exploring the Pacific Ocean discover an ancient spacecraft of possible extraterrestrial origin, estimated to be three centuries old. A team of experts is sent to the underwater Habitat, a research facility, to study it. As they investigate the artifact, they confront fundamental questions about life in the universe and the possibility of other worlds. Each discovery reveals more about the vessel's secrets and challenges the team's understanding of the cosmos. The story explores both the science and the human experience of seeking answers in the ocean's depths and the vastness of space.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 212
SynchronicMovie · 2020 · 101m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerThe lives of two New Orleans paramedics are shattered when they begin responding to a string of disturbing deaths connected to a new, potent drug. The drug causes strange and unsettling effects.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 213
CubeMovie · 1998 · 90m · Thriller, Science Fiction, MysteryA group of diverse people are suddenly trapped in a confusing and complicated place. As they desperately try to find a way out, they realize their individual skills might be the answer. But with time running out and danger around every corner, they must use their talents together to escape. The puzzle of their imprisonment challenges them physically and emotionally, creating a tense situation where survival seems unlikely.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 214
MorganMovie · 2016 · 92m · Horror, Science Fiction, ThrillerA risk management consultant for a corporation is faced with a difficult decision: whether to end the life of an artificial being created in a lab.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 215
The Hunger Games: Catching FireMovie · 2013 · 146m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionFollowing their win in the Hunger Games, Katniss and Peeta face the repercussions of their victory as rebellion grows throughout Panem. Thrust back into the public eye, they become symbols of hope and defiance while the Capitol plans a new, perilous Games that will reshape the nation's destiny.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 216
The Lawnmower ManMovie · 1992 · 108m · Science Fiction, HorrorThis film tells the story of an ordinary person whose life changes dramatically when advanced computer technology transforms him into a brilliant mind. Starting from the sidelines, he begins a journey of self-discovery, facing both the amazing possibilities and difficulties that come with this new intelligence.
The story explores identity, societal expectations, and the power of knowledge as the protagonist explores unfamiliar paths. It's a compelling look at how technology can change human potential and raises questions about whether intelligence is only about biology or can be developed externally.
As he deals with the effects of his newfound abilities, he confronts both the world and his own sense of self. The film thoughtfully examines this idea, prompting viewers to consider the future where technology and humanity increasingly connect.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 217
A Scanner DarklyMovie · 2006 · 100m · Animation, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn the near future, an undercover police officer infiltrates a dangerous drug ring. As he delves deeper into the world of the drug, he starts to struggle with his own sense of self.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 218
Cube 2: HypercubeMovie · 2002 · 94m · Thriller, Science Fiction, MysteryEight people wake up with no memory in a strange, cube-shaped room. The room defies normal physics.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 219
ChronicleMovie · 2012 · 84m · Science Fiction, Drama, ThrillerThree high school students stumble upon a remarkable discovery that awakens strange, uncontrollable powers within them. As they struggle to master these abilities and exploit them, their lives become increasingly chaotic, and their inner darkness begins to emerge.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 220
UpgradeMovie · 2018 · 100m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionFollowing a violent mugging that leaves him paralyzed and his wife dead, Grey Trace is offered a radical solution by a billionaire inventor: an AI implant called STEM, designed to enhance his physical abilities. Regaining the ability to walk, Grey discovers he now possesses superhuman strength and agility. He uses these newfound powers to hunt down the criminals responsible for his tragedy and exact revenge.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 221
Cube ZeroMovie · 2004 · 97m · Mystery, Science Fiction, ThrillerA young programmer tasked with monitoring a reality-bending Cube disregards instructions to save an innocent mother who becomes trapped inside.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 222
PandorumMovie · 2009 · 108m · Action, Horror, MysteryTwo crew members awaken aboard a derelict spacecraft, suffering from amnesia. They have no memory of their identities, the duration of their sleep, or their purpose. As they explore, they realize they are not alone, and the truth of their predicament is far more terrifying than they could have conceived.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 223
Ghost in the ShellMovie · 2017 · 107m · Science Fiction, Drama, ActionSet in the near future, Major is a groundbreaking creation: a human rescued from a devastating accident and then enhanced with cybernetics to become an unwavering soldier dedicated to apprehending the world's most dangerous criminals.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 224
DaybreakersMovie · 2010 · 98m · Action, Fantasy, Science FictionIn 2019, a plague has turned most people into vampires. With blood becoming scarce, the remaining humans struggle to survive. At the same time, a researcher teams up with a hidden group of vampires to find a cure and save humanity.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 225
The Quiet EarthMovie · 1985 · 91m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerA major failure during a top-secret scientific experiment causes a devastating end to the world, leaving a brilliant but exhausted researcher as Earth's only survivor. He struggles to accept this impossible reality and begins a difficult journey through deserted cities. Facing loneliness and the burden of his unique position, the scientist must navigate the ruined landscape searching for answers – or perhaps a way to atone for humanity’s errors. This intense story is a psychological exploration of survival, loss, and hope in the face of utter chaos.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 226
I Am Number FourMovie · 2011 · 109m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionThis sci-fi action thriller follows a teenage fugitive with a powerful secret as he tries to escape those who want him gone. After three deaths, the hunt for the mysterious Number Four begins. John Smith appears to be an ordinary teenager, but he and his guardian, Henri, are constantly on the move. As John learns to control his extraordinary abilities, his connection to others like him deepens.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 227
The JacketMovie · 2005 · 103m · Drama, Mystery, Science FictionA veteran travels to the future and discovers he can see his own death. Faced with this knowledge, he's left grappling with questions that hold the potential to change his fate and the lives of those he cares about.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 228
The HappeningMovie · 2008 · 90m · Thriller, Science FictionA deadly airborne virus spreads across the northeastern United States, forcing teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma to escape the infected cities for the countryside. They journey to uncover the source of the outbreak, questioning whether it's a terrorist attack, a military accident involving a toxic bio-weapon, or something far more mysterious.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.4 - 229
Midnight SpecialMovie · 2016 · 112m · Adventure, Drama, Science FictionWhen a father discovers his son has extraordinary abilities, they are forced to flee their home.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 230
Maze Runner: The Death CureMovie · 2018 · 143m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureThomas guides his fellow escapees on a perilous final mission: infiltrating the legendary Last City. This WCKD-controlled labyrinth could be the most dangerous maze yet. Success means answers to the questions that have haunted them since they first entered the maze, but survival is far from guaranteed.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.1 - 231
In the Shadow of the MoonMovie · 2019 · 115m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn 1988, Philadelphia police officer Thomas "Locke" Lockhart, eager to advance his career, starts investigating a serial killer whose crimes are inexplicable. When the killer unexpectedly reappears nine years later, Locke's relentless pursuit of the truth endangers his career, his family, and his own well-being.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 232
Deep ImpactMovie · 1998 · 121m · Action, Drama, Science FictionA seven-mile-wide asteroid is headed for Earth, threatening complete destruction. With time running out, the President assembles a top team of American and Russian astronauts, led by a veteran astronaut with extensive experience. Their mission: intercept the asteroid and destroy it before it hits Earth. Meanwhile, a determined reporter investigates the disaster's origins, seeking a story that could define her career. As the world awaits, these individuals confront personal pressures while collaborating to avert humanity's extinction.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 233
9Movie · 2009 · 79m · Action, Adventure, AnimationWhen 9 first awakens, he discovers a desolate world devoid of humans. He unexpectedly finds a small group of others like him, sheltering from dangerous machines that hunt them. Though new to the group, 9 persuades them that hiding is not a viable solution.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 234
The Day the Earth Stood StillMovie · 2008 · 104m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerKlaatu, an emissary from an alien civilization transformed by climate change, travels to Earth to evaluate if humans can reverse the damage they've caused to their world. After being denied access to the United Nations, Klaatu concludes that humanity must be eliminated for the planet's survival.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 235
BrandedMovie · 2012 · 106m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a bleak future dominated by corporate brands that have left people feeling empty, a man's quest to uncover a hidden conspiracy plunges him into a major conflict with powerful forces secretly running the world.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.7 - 236
Children of MenMovie · 2006 · 109m · Drama, Action, ThrillerIn 2027, humanity faces extinction after a global infertility crisis. A former activist takes on a perilous mission: to transport a pregnant woman to a sea sanctuary. The woman’s child represents a potential breakthrough for scientists desperately trying to restore human reproduction and secure the future of the species.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 237
ReminiscenceMovie · 2021 · 116m · Mystery, Science FictionIn a near-future Miami submerged by rising sea levels, Nicolas Bannister is a hardened veteran who provides clients with the ability to re-experience any memory. His isolated life shifts when he encounters Mae, a captivating young woman. Their connection deepens into a passionate romance, but their world is shattered when a client's memories suggest Mae's involvement in violent crimes. Bannister is forced to navigate the shadowy depths of the past to discover the truth about the woman he loves.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.5 - 238
Species IIMovie · 1998 · 93m · Science Fiction, Action, HorrorCommander Ross returns from a Mars mission with a disturbing secret: he's changing into a monstrous alien, driven by a need to reproduce with humans. As women die in horrific childbirths, giving birth to half-alien children, scientist Laura Baker and assassin Press Lennox join forces to find Ross and his offspring. They are assisted by Eve, a calm alien clone meant to help them. But then, Eve develops feelings for Commander Ross, leading to a dangerous chase that could result in the creation of a new species. The film combines suspenseful action with questions about evolution and humanity, exploring how far someone will go for love in a strange world.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.2 - 239
Chaos WalkingMovie · 2021 · 109m · Fantasy, Science Fiction, AdventureTwo unlikely companions journey through the harsh, uncharted landscapes of an alien planet. They are fleeing a terrifying reality where everyone can perceive each other's thoughts. Their struggle is for escape from this disorienting and dangerous world.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.6 - 240
The Manhattan ProjectMovie · 1986 · 118m · Science Fiction, ThrillerThis drama, inspired by a World War II program, explores the dangerous world of nuclear weapons. It focuses on a gifted high school student who undertakes a daring project: building a nuclear bomb for the science fair. The film examines themes of government secrecy and the fear of nuclear war, reflecting concerns of the 1980s Cold War. As the student grapples with the ethical implications of his work, the audience witnesses a gripping look at nuclear proliferation and its potential devastation.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 241
The Lost FutureMovie · 2010 · 90m · Adventure, Science Fiction, TV MovieIn a world reshaped by ecological collapse, a band of survivors battles for existence amidst overgrown jungles, forests, wetlands, and deserts – the remnants of a lost civilization. They confront genetically altered creatures and unknown illnesses while striving to rebuild humanity's dominance over the planet.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.8 - 242
SurrogatesMovie · 2009 · 89m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerIn a future where people live in isolation and communicate via robotic surrogates, a police officer must venture outside his home after years of confinement. He's tasked with investigating the murders of these surrogates.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 243
AtomicaMovie · 2017 · 81m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA young safety inspector named Abby Dixon travels to a remote nuclear power plant in the desert after communication systems fail. Once there, she begins to question the mental state and even the true identities of the two employees who are the only ones present.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.6
