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From the release of the first-ever sci-fi movie, Georges Méliès’ A Trip to the Moon, science fiction on the silver screen has awed audiences with its exploration of space and potential futures.
Other early classic movies such as Metropolis, 1954’s Godzilla, and Creature from the Black Lagoon still resonate with viewers today. They paved the way for Kubrick’s groundbreaking 1968 2001: A Space Odyssey, and even iconic entries like the original Star Wars trilogy.
With the commercial success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the new Star Wars films, the Matrix movies, and various other revived IPs in recent years, science fiction movies have become more mainstream. Sci-fi is no longer the realm of just ‘geeks,’ and this has led to a boom in content that can be overwhelming.
The Portalist is here to separate the stellar from the sub-par. From hard sci-fi films to cult hits and dystopian movies, we suggest the best sci-fi films to stream on Hulu, Amazon, Netflix, Disney Plus, and other streaming services.
We bring the recommendations, you bring the popcorn.
"If we were expecting a universally loved Dune adaptation, this isn't that film. But that expectation is unreasonable."
"This mission is too important for me to allow you to jeopardize it."
Robert Silverberg's story, and its film adaptation, explores what humanity loses by gaining time travel.
By Carolyn Cox
What if a romantic rival changed your past?
Are you ready to see how deep the rabbit hole goes?
By Jena Brown
We want another chapter in these sci-fi sagas.
By Jena Brown
“It tasted like cinnamon.”
Do the stars say you're the Emperor of the Known Universe, or a manipulative schemer who orchestrates destruction?
This pop-culture fueled fable is a comforting, quirky adventure.
By Carolyn Cox
Do the time warp again with these weird and wonderful films.
Does your head have room for these gigs of data?
By Carolyn Cox
Dune, Matrix 4, and other releases will be available both online and in theaters.
By Kara Brand
Looking for a little ink-spiration?
By Carolyn Cox
Because going outside is highly overrated.
By Orrin Grey
Movies with the facts to match the fiction.
By Kara Brand