Aliens, robots, outer space, future Earths, time travel, exquisitely posed questions about the place of humanity within the grand cosmic void – science fiction is about the intimacy of exploration and the enormity of ideas.
Ever since 1902’s A Trip to the Moon, directed by Georges Méliès, writers and directors have sought to transfer their exciting hot takes on mankind’s ultimate fate to the big screen. Now, in a version of our world that’s not only given us a sequel to Blade Runner but also an actual continuation of the Star Wars saga, we’ve scooped up the 25 best sci-fi films for your approval/outrage.
Our selection process? Well, aside from being just a great piece of moviemaking, the top 25 entries required a significant impact on the genre, stories and ideas that raised the bar on what good storytelling can be, pop culture reaction, originality, and Editor’s Choice. Also, a movie can’t just be dystopian to be sci-fi, so unfortunately you’ll find no Green Place – er – Fury Road in these parts.
Source: IGN.com Top 25 Sci-Fi Movies of All Time