Are you looking for some captivating science fiction movies? We have got you all covered with some of the best sci-fi movies to watch in 2025. Let’s take a look.
Science Fiction movies can be one of the most fascinating categories which is a favorite to many movie buffs. Sci-fi movies offer a metaphoric depiction of reality through some mind-bending illustrations of otherworldly things. There is always something eerie, creative, or magical essence in a sci-fi movie that can captivate all kinds of movie buffs. So, if you are also one of them and looking forward to watching some amazing science fiction movies this year; here is a list of all-time favorites.
15 Best Sci-Fi Movies That You Should Definitely Watch in 2025
- Mad Max: Fury Road
Director George Miller’s creative mind can create some of the best dystopian worlds and Mad Max: Fury Road is one of the greatest examples of that. With the cast like Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky with Charlize Theron as his co-lead; the movie offers a potent dose of power, and gritty and savage survival skills in the deserts. The movie is highly entertaining and there is a mental energy that you cannot deny. Starting from flame-throwing cars, a bald white army of crazy mad lads, and a protagonist who can come around every odd; this movie can keep you glued to your seat until it ends. While there are a lot of actions, car chasings, and gore elements; there is also a sense of aesthetic to captivate you.
- Godzilla Minus One
The Original G does not stand for gangster but the monster ‘Godzilla’ who is literally the other name for destruction. While the Godzilla and King Kong lore is ongoing; there are plenty of other movies made on this giant titan. One of the significant works is the Godzilla Minus One which is a spectacular movie made by Takashi Yamazaki. His transition to a full-on CGI effect offered a new life to Godzilla while creating more chilling scenes that looked gorgeously beautiful. The setting in this movie is more classic but the gorgeous depiction makes it look quite modern. The best part of the movie is the Atomic Breath by this dragon which can easily substitute a nuclear blast. Give it a watch with your family and you will not regret that’s a promise.
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
The sensation created by Mile Morales’ Spiderman stayed a long buzz and the sequel to the movie only enhanced it even further. In an industry where multiverse stories in superhero movies are almost spammed too much, ‘Across the Spider-Verse’ offers a beautiful depiction that is not only visually pleasing but also emotionally enriched with small details. It is true that ‘With great powers comes greater responsibilities’ and sometimes it can change the fate that we think we deserve. While Spiderman stands for his sacrifices; this movie shows how there can be another side to the story. The cliffhanger at the end is too good to keep you waiting for the 3rd sequel of the franchise. One of the greatest scenes in this movie is when all the Spidermans in the verse start chasing Miles. Do they catch him? Find out by watching this amazing movie!
- Interstellar
When it is a Christopher Nolan movie, you know it ought to be good. The director is best known for his mind-bending sci-fi movies that can make audiences rethink about life. ‘Interstellar’ is one of his most popular projects that takes the audiences on a stellar journey full of chaos. It is perhaps the first movie that offered a scientific projection of the Black hole as well as a wormhole that helps to hyperjump. The charismatic depiction of the fourth dimension which is time can give you goosebumps by showing how everything in life is connected in a way. The three-hour ode will give you zero room to get bored and might remind you of the works of another legendary director Stanley Kubrick. This movie is a perfect depiction of human evolution and the cosmic power of love. The best part? It has to be Zimmer’s soundtrack, Right?
- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
This is the latest edition of the Mad Max Saga but the story is based on an earlier timeline. The movie is based on the growth and character development of Furiosa who is a badass one-armed woman who can take out almost a whole army. Anya Taylor-Joy’s marvelous performance outperformed Chris Hemsworth’s madness. It is a satisfying origin story of the saga that shows how food and water can be the biggest assets in a dystopian world of survival. The price of fertile land and seeds can be much more than money, gold, and cars and that is what is depicted here. It has similar moments of car chase and bloody action which is a hope of a better future.
- Okja
This movie is made by Korean director Bong Joon Ho who is best known for his sci-fi thrillers. His award-winning movie Parasite is not his signature flavor but it can be found in ‘Okja’ just like the other movies like ‘The Host’, ‘Snow Piercer’ and many others. The movie Okja is based on a big animal and its friendship with a little girl and how it is being exploited by the benefit hunters. With cast like Tilda Swinton, Jake Gyllenhaal, and many others; there is a fair amount of Western touch with South Korean essence which offers a cultural amalgamation. It is not a movie about becoming vegan but about improving integrity with more humane values that make you respect animals other than your kind.
- Black Mirror
If Netflix earned more respect for its sci-fi section, that would solely happen for ‘Black Mirror’. The series ongoing from 2011-2019 with many seasons. Charlie Brooke did an amazing job in creating a tampered world that is highly influenced by the digital world and tech advances. With more evolutions, humans become less of a human and their dark insecurities can almost make them go insane. With a fair amount of horror, thriller, and slice of life; this series is one of the most creative projects by the platform which also shows raw reality in an obscene way. Watch the first episode of the first season and the rest you will realize. You have to have a strong heart to watch.
- Europa Report
It is a movie by director Sebastian Cordero that was released in 2013. It might not have the scientific accuracy but it can definitely hook you with a thriller perspective. The movie is quite underrated considering its visual proficiency and a concept that is quite engaging. A group of astronauts went for a space expedition on Jupiter’s moon and they were searching whether humans are alone in the whole solar system or not. It seems like they find out something that is quite not what they expected. The scenes in space are incredible and the movie offers a more immersive experience as you will feel like you are a part of the expedition too. Do they finally return? Find out by watching this gem.
- Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack
Are you a fan of Gundam? Perhaps it is time you become one! Gundam has been hailing among anime fans and sci-fi lovers since the 80s and now, it is being celebrated as one of the most popular shows in history. ‘Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack’ is an amazing movie that can keep you hooked with its lore and the 14-year rivalry of the ‘Hero’ which is presented in the franchise. The Heroes of Earth Federation are found to be in a dilemma and it also depicts the horrors of war even if it takes place in space. The fight scenes with the iconic sounds make it even more catchy and entertaining. Gundam can be easily enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
- The Mitchells vs. The Machines
Well, robots taking over the world is not a new concept but a family saving the world from robot invasion is perhaps something new. Director Mike Rianda did a great job in making this movie that is filled with a fair amount of humor, fun, and wholesomeness. This animated sci-fi movie is terrifying yet pleasing at the same time. There is a lot of mess filled with happiness and that’s how you can describe a loving family. You should definitely watch this movie with your kids to have a healthy dose of family love.
- The Platform
The Platform is another terrifying sci-fi movie in this era that offers an intriguing depiction of classism. Director Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia did a great job in crafting this amazing story based on a very simple concept yet it is unique and haunting. The plot is based on a diabolical vertical prison where a single platform of food steadily descends from the top and there is a huge gap in food between those who live at the top and live at the last of it. It is not clear whether it is a social experiment or a way to punish the criminals. But one thing is sure; scarcity of food can bring the biggest criminals among everyone.
- Upgrade
Upgrade is a hyper-violent vigilante revenge fantasy that offers the essence of a cyberpunk movie. While it is based on a high concept, there are also plenty of subtle moments that make it sophisticated and captivating for the audience. Leigh Whannell directed this movie and offered a premise with AI as an existential threat. It is gore, gritty, and full of action which can make you hooked. The occasional bloodshed in every other moment is an added bonus.
- They Cloned Tyrone
Well, there are very less movies with a heavy bias on black characters in the sci-fi genre and this movie ought to be an exception. Whether it is Jamie Foxx’s sassy performance or an eerie idea of cloning humans in a freaky laboratory; the movie offers a fun and satisfying watch along with the sense of rebellion in it. Starting from the production, and set design to the costumes of the characters; it is a well-made film by Juel Taylor that will captivate you with a strange feeling of a dystopian world. The frames are great and the emphasis on minimalism offers more room for actors to work. Do give it a watch.
- Oxygen
This claustrophobic sci-fi movie is complete horror where the protagonist Liz is trapped in a cryogenic pod that is running out of oxygen rapidly. She is only 90 minutes to survive. Alexandre Aja is a newly revered name in the field of French Extremism and he offered a perfect depiction of his creative work through this movie called ‘Oxygen’. It is a critical movie that can make the audiences feel uneasy and thanks to the director; most of the movie is made inside a chamber only. It goes without saying that the escape from this pod was not an easy task.
- The Midnight Sky
The Midnight Sky is an amazing movie that takes audiences on a meditative intergalactic journey. It shows a dystopian earth where things are rapidly decaying and humans are looking for a living habitat on another planet. The movie mainly takes place in an observatory in the Arctic and a spaceship called Aether which can help to abandon the earth. The movie offers a chilling story that can captivate everyone.
Some of the other honorable mentions are ‘The Old Guard’, ‘Don’t Look Up’, ‘Blame!’, ‘Space Sweepers’, ‘Elysium’, and the list goes on. Check out these sci-fi movies to spend an amazing 2025 with your family, friends, and loved ones.
