47 Chilling Space Horror Films
46 titles
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Dark StarMovie · 1974 · 83mA team of scientists is tasked with destroying unstable planets. Two decades into this mission, they face a challenge unlike any other: battling their own alien mascot and a sophisticated bombing device that develops unexpected self-awareness and begins to question its purpose.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 2
Screamers: The HuntingMovie · 2009 · 94m · Action, Horror, Science FictionA team of humans travels to Sirius 6 after receiving an SOS signal. The planet was thought to be abandoned following the destruction of powerful weapons called "screamers." Upon arrival, the team discovers a small community of human survivors living in an old military base.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.9 - 3
Alien Space AvengerMovie · 1989 · 80mIn 1939, a spaceship carrying four alien escapees crashes on Earth, and the aliens inhabit the bodies of four people. Fifty years later, the aliens discover an artist has created a comic book called "Space Avenger," which they interpret as a story about themselves. They travel to New York with the intention of killing the artist.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.1 - 4
CreaturesMovie · 2021 · 103m · Horror, Action, ComedyAstronomy students discover an injured alien and find themselves in danger when a pack of aggressive creatures begins hunting it.IMDb 3.5TMDB 5.2 - 5
The Cloverfield ParadoxMovie · 2018 · 102m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionScientists working on a device to resolve an energy shortage on a planet poised for war unexpectedly encounter a frighteningly different reality.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 6
Alien³Movie · 1992 · 114m · Science Fiction, Action, HorrorStranded on Fiorina 161, a harsh prison planet, Ripley is the sole survivor of a crash that claimed the lives of Newt and Hicks. The alien from the previous encounter has also arrived. With no weapons allowed, Ripley and the inmates must unite to face the terrifying threat and their own fears, hoping to survive until rescue comes. The film is about survival, finding strength in unity, and the resilience of humanity when facing impossible odds.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 7
Alien ResurrectionMovie · 1997 · 109m · Science Fiction, Horror, ActionTwo centuries after the first alien contact that claimed the life of Lt. Ripley, humanity faces a renewed threat. Scientists resurrect Ripley through cloning with a plan to weaponize her abilities. The new Ripley possesses unexpected traits, while the aliens evolve into a more dangerous force.
As the aliens relentlessly pursue Earth, Ripley joins forces with a group of smugglers. They face perilous journeys, treacherous landscapes, and shocking revelations as they try to outwit the aliens and prevent humanity's destruction.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 8
SupernovaMovie · 2000 · 91m · Science Fiction, Horror, ThrillerIn the 22nd century, the crew of the rescue hospital ship Nova-17 answers a distress signal from a damaged salvage vessel. They discover a black hole that endangers both ships, along with a lone survivor whose body rapidly transforms into a terrifying and dangerous creature.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.9 - 9
Plan 9 from Outer SpaceMovie · 1957 · 79m · Science Fiction, HorrorIn California, a grieving elderly couple's sorrow is interrupted when two aliens, Eros and Tanna, revive them. The space travelers aren't here to conquer; they need to stop humanity from creating a devastating weapon called "Solobonite," which threatens the universe.
As UFO sightings erupt in Washington D.C. and Hollywood, a diverse group – a colonel, a police lieutenant, a pilot, his wife, and a policeman – become caught in a struggle to help or hinder the aliens' mission.
This science fiction story examines grief, resolve, and responsibility, exploring humanity’s relationship with extraterrestrial life and questioning our ideas about power, control, and the consequences of advancement.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.2 - 10
Beast in SpaceMovie · 1980 · 86m · Horror, Science FictionIn a future where control of space depends on the rare element Antallum, needed for neutron bombs, Captain Larry Madison leads a mission to retrieve it from the planet Lorigon. Once there, Madison and his crew are targeted by a dangerous computer system that forces them to experience overwhelming sexual urges, endangering their mission and their minds. This science fiction story examines the conflict between human nature and technological progress, while quietly exploring ideas of control and submission in a futuristic world.IMDb 4.0TMDB 3.9 - 11
Gore from Outer SpaceMovie · 2001 · 85mA mother is accused of murdering her daughter, but her account of events is deeply unsettling. Her husband claims they never had a daughter. A psychic attempts to trace phone calls, a woman sings the national anthem, the family home lacks a bathroom, and bizarre, dreamlike sequences unfold. The story involves aliens, mysterious breeding experiments, eccentric FBI agents, and a series of other strange occurrences.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.0 - 12
NightflyersMovie · 1987 · 89mA team of scientists embarks on a space mission to locate a mythical being. Instead, they discover a deadly artificial intelligence lurking aboard their vessel.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.3 - 13
DeusMovie · 2022 · 91m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA strange black sphere appears in Martian orbit, prompting the dispatch of the spacecraft *Achilles* to investigate. Upon awakening from a long, eight-month hibernation, the *Achilles*' six-person crew discovers the sphere is broadcasting a single word in every language on Earth: "Deus."IMDb 4.4TMDB 5.2 - 14
It Came from Outer SpaceMovie · 1953 · 81m · Science Fiction, HorrorIn a quiet Arizona town, author John Putnam and schoolteacher Ellen Fields share an experience that changes their lives. While stargazing, they witness a massive meteorite crash nearby. Driven by their expertise, they investigate.
John discovers the meteorite is not a rock, but a spacecraft – and it’s inhabited. He excitedly tells the town, hoping to spark interest. Instead, he faces ridicule and disbelief, becoming an outcast.
The story becomes about John's struggle to prove his discovery and regain the trust of those who rejected him. It’s a captivating exploration of challenging assumptions and connecting with others, blending science and wonder with themes of perseverance.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 15
RavagerMovie · 1997 · 92mA small passenger spaceship crashes in a remote area of Earth. The crew, searching for a vital mineral, uncovers a hidden supply of abandoned military bio-weapons. When one of them is infected, they begin to exhibit violent behavior.IMDb 4.3TMDB 3.3 - 16
SputnikMovie · 2020 · 113m · Science Fiction, Drama, HorrorDuring the Cold War, a Soviet spacecraft crashes following a failed mission, leaving its commander the sole survivor. A leading Russian psychologist is called in to assess the commander's condition, and discovers evidence suggesting something perilous has returned to Earth with him.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 17
Not of This WorldMovie · 1991 · 94mAn alien arrives on Earth and sustains itself by consuming electricity, rapidly increasing in size. Authorities must intervene to halt its progress as it moves across the country toward a nuclear power plant.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.6 - 18
The Incredible Melting ManMovie · 1977 · 84m · Horror, Science FictionAfter a mission near Saturn, an astronaut returns to Earth irrevocably changed. Exposure to cosmic rays causes his body to slowly break down, leaving him craving sustenance and human contact. He journeys into the wilderness, fighting to hold onto his humanity as he faces impossible odds. The film combines survival horror with reflections on humanity's place in the universe, creating a deeply unsettling and memorable story.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.5 - 19
AliensMovie · 1986 · 137m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionAfter the Nostromo's devastating encounter with the Alien, Ripley returns to Earth, having spent 57 years in hypersleep. Despite initial disbelief, she joins a team of Colonial Marines on a mission to LV-426.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.0 - 20
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 - 21
Starship TroopersMovie · 1997 · 129m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerIn a future world at war with the Bugs, a powerful alien species, we see Johnny Rico's transformation from a new recruit to a capable military officer. As part of the Mobile Infantry, Rico faces the harsh realities of war while navigating the military structure. His unwavering determination and strong leadership help him advance, becoming crucial to humanity’s struggle for survival against the terrifying alien invaders. This story shows both the physical hardships soldiers endure in a dangerous environment and the psychological impact of war, as well as the bonds forged between comrades.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 22
Apollo 18Movie · 2011 · 86m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionApollo 17 was the final crewed mission to the moon, but in 1973, a covert mission was secretly funded by the U.S. Department of Defense. This film presents the original footage captured by the three American astronauts on that mission. Though NASA disputes its validity, some believe it explains why lunar missions have ceased.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.3 - 23
Alien ApocalypseMovie · 2005 · 88mAstronaut doctor Ivan Hood and his crewmate Kelly return from a space mission to discover Earth has fallen under alien control. Dr. Hood and Kelly must now spearhead a revolution to liberate humanity from its alien oppressors.IMDb 4.4TMDB 3.9 - 24
Alien Vs. ZombiesMovie · 2017 · 70mJoe Alien comes to Earth seeking adventure, only to discover it's been overtaken by zombies. He teams up with a young man named Parker and tries to save humanity.IMDb 3.4TMDB 3.2 - 25
Forbidden PlanetMovie · 1956 · 98m · Science Fiction, AdventureThe crew of the starship C57D travels to Altair 4 to find the missing spaceship "Bellerophon" and its crew, who vanished twenty years ago during a scientific expedition. They find the sole survivor of the original mission, who is unwelcoming. As the C57D crew explores the planet, they feel increasingly uneasy, warned by an unseen presence that they will be destroyed if they don't leave. The film follows the C57D crew as they try to solve the mystery of Altair 4 and discover the source of the deadly threat.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 26
This Island EarthMovie · 1955 · 85m · Science Fiction, Adventure, HorrorAliens secretly arrive on Earth, seeking help with a cosmic war. They avoid causing panic, instead relying on humanity's intelligence for survival. Earth’s leading scientists team up with the aliens, facing cultural differences and personal doubts as they unite against a universal threat. This story explores collaboration, trust, and resilience as two civilizations fight to survive.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 27
Blood MachinesMovie · 2020 · 50m · Science Fiction, HorrorA sophisticated artificial intelligence breaks free from its ship and takes on the form of a female ghost, initiating a pursuit across the galaxy by two blade runners.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 28
Invaders from MarsMovie · 1953 · 78m · Science Fiction, HorrorYoung David Maclean sees a UFO land and disappear into the dunes near his home. This unusual event triggers unsettling changes in his community. The adults, including his parents, start acting strangely – distant and detached. Left to their own devices, the children find their familiar neighborhood transformed into a place of mystery and worry. David sets out to discover the truth behind the strange phenomenon that has changed everything.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 29
Amityville in SpaceMovie · 2022 · 75mThe final confrontation with the Amityville curse starts when the notorious murder house is removed from Earth and mysteriously reappears in Amityville, but in space.IMDb 2.6TMDB 2.1 - 30
Jason XMovie · 2001 · 91m · Horror, Science FictionIn 2455, Earth is a toxic wasteland, abandoned for centuries due to violent storms, poisonous land, and seas. A team of young explorers has returned to this dangerous world, not to settle, but to study the relics of past civilizations. Their mission takes a deadly turn when they land on Friday the 13th, and discover that Jason is still out there.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.9 - 31
Within the RockMovie · 1996 · 88mA team of space miners is dispatched to avert a collision between the moon and Earth. They soon uncover a hibernating creature that awakens and begins systematically killing the mining crew.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.3 - 32
Leprechaun 4: In SpaceMovie · 1997 · 95m · Horror, Comedy, Science FictionIn a faraway galaxy, a clever but cruel Leprechaun kidnaps a beautiful alien princess. He plans to marry her, using her royal status to gain cosmic power and expand his gold collection. A special team of Earth marines is sent on a risky rescue mission to save the princess and stop his evil plan. But the Leprechaun uses his trickery to secretly get aboard their spaceship, causing chaos and jeopardizing their mission and their minds. This story blends space adventure with folklore, exploring themes of power, greed, and the unpredictable nature of the universe.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.6 - 33
LifeMovie · 2017 · 104m · Horror, Science Fiction, MysteryThe six astronauts aboard the International Space Station are charged with analyzing a Martian sample potentially containing evidence of extraterrestrial life – life far more advanced than they could have imagined.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 34
Project GeminiMovie · 2022 · 98m · Science Fiction, ThrillerHaving exhausted Earth's resources over the centuries, humanity must now leave for space to survive. An international team is assembled to search for a habitable new planet. However, when their mission goes wrong, the crew finds themselves stranded on an alien world, suddenly without power and facing something beyond their comprehension.IMDb 3.5TMDB 5.7 - 35
Event HorizonMovie · 1997 · 96m · Horror, Science Fiction, MysteryIn 2047, a team of astronauts is sent to find and recover the starship Event Horizon, which disappeared seven years prior on its first flight. As they approach the ship, they feel uneasy.
Inside, they discover a terrifying secret within the ship's dark corridors. An unknown force appears to be controlling the vessel, distorting reality and causing the crew to experience disturbing hallucinations.
The astronauts realize they might have been better off leaving the ship alone as they try to understand what happened. Their search for answers leads them through a dangerous and deceptive maze, pursued by something determined to destroy them.
This science fiction thriller is a frightening look at the unknown, exploring the human mind and questioning our understanding of space, time, and reality. The crew's fight to survive in this twisted environment will make you question what exists beyond our world.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 36Space ZombiesMovie · 1990 · 90mAn alien event combined with radiation from a NASA mission creates a massive outbreak of zombies. The undead overrun the world, causing widespread destruction. Carl J. Sukenick and his friend must find a way to stop them.TMDB 7.0
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Pitch BlackMovie · 2000 · 108m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ActionAfter their ship crashes on a distant planet, the stranded passengers discover that they face more than just a hardened criminal: deadly creatures hide in the darkness. The planet is also about to be plunged into a total eclipse. As the death toll rises, the survivors must rely on Riddick, a mysterious man with unsettling eyes, to lead them to safety through the darkness. With time running out, their only hope is to stay in the light.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 38
Lethal TargetMovie · 1999 · 92mA female marshal goes undercover on a dangerous starship to stop a terrifying alien invasion.IMDb 3.6TMDB 2.7 - 39
The House of the DeadMovie · 1978 · 80m · Horror, Action, ThrillerIn this chilling tale, a man who thoughtlessly strays from his life's path encounters unexpected consequences when a sudden rainstorm leaves him lost and helpless. As he seeks refuge in an old mortician's house, he unwittingly finds himself entangled in the eerie stories of four recently deceased individuals. The mortician, who has dedicated his life to preparing corpses for their final journey, reveals the ghastly secrets that each body holds, forcing the philandering husband to confront both the grim realities of death and the consequences of his own actions. This film weaves a haunting narrative of morality, mortality, and the transformative power of facing one's past mistakes head-on.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.7 - 40
SpaceMovie · 2020 · 93mIn 2050, astronauts Dr. Ada Gray and her crew on the spaceship Udo struggle to survive following an accident that leaves them adrift in deep space.IMDb 2.0TMDB 5.8 - 41
Zombie Bloodbath 3: Zombie ArmageddonMovie · 2000 · 90mIn the near future, the government deploys an army of zombies in a major war. These undead soldiers are launched into space, but their shuttle encounters a time warp. The ship returns to Earth, depositing the zombies in the present day. Chaos ensues as the creatures break free and threaten a group of people sheltering inside a high school.IMDb 3.1TMDB 6.2 - 42
I Am the DoorwayMovie · 2017 · 15mThis science fiction horror film, adapted from a story by Stephen King, presents events from the astronaut's perspective. Trapped in his spaceship, he is infected by a mysterious virus that begins to warp his thoughts. To survive, he is forced to make extreme choices.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.5 - 43
Horror of the Blood MonstersMovie · 1970 · 85mA team of astronauts lands on an alien planet inhabited by prehistoric creatures, where a conflict is brewing between a human-like tribe and a race of vampires.IMDb 3.1TMDB 3.2 - 44
The Dark Side of the MoonMovie · 1990 · 91m · Horror, Action, ThrillerIn 2022, a strange malfunction strands the crew of an exploratory spaceship on the moon's dark side. As their fuel and oxygen run out, their situation becomes increasingly desperate. A chance discovery – a drifting NASA space shuttle – offers a glimmer of hope. But when the crew boards the shuttle to salvage supplies, relief quickly turns to terror as they are one by one possessed and killed.
Now, Paxton Warner must uncover the link between the eerie lunar environment, the Bermuda Triangle, and a malevolent entity seemingly connected to the Devil. With time running out, Paxton navigates a dangerous mix of unexplained events, ancient myths, and terrifying supernatural forces to save his crewmates and survive the darkness of the far side of the moon.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.0 - 45
The VisitorMovie · 1979 · 109m · Horror, Science FictionA mysterious cosmic guardian arrives on Earth with a critical mission: to stop a young boy from unleashing a new wave of evil. This powerful warrior must learn about human society while battling the boy, who plans to create demonic offspring and threaten humanity. The guardian relies on intelligence, adaptability, and inner strength to prevent the boy's dark plans from succeeding. The story explores the conflict between good and evil, the possibility of redemption, and the need to protect innocence as the world faces growing darkness.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.2 - 46
The BlobMovie · 1988 · 95m · Horror, Science FictionIn the town of Arborville, California, a dangerous alien invasion unfolds, challenging the courage of its teenage residents. A shapeless, gelatinous entity arrives on Earth, spreading rapidly and threatening to consume everything. Three high school students band together to defend their town and families from this terrifying threat. Their journey is fraught with fear, discovery, and teamwork as they fight the alien and confront their own inner anxieties. This story of bravery and survival shows Arborville's teens that unity and determination can overcome even the greatest unknowns.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
