Though Saving Mr. Banks (2013) is more of a historical drama than a science fiction film, its exploration of imagination and storytelling carries some speculative elements. In this film, Tom Hanks portrays Walt Disney during his efforts to convince author P.L. Travers (Emma Thompson) to allow him to adapt her novel Mary Poppins into a film. The creative process […]

While not traditionally classified as a sci-fi film, Big (1988) contains elements of speculative fiction, particularly the supernatural wish that turns a young boy into an adult overnight. Tom Hanks plays Josh Baskin, a 13-year-old who makes a wish to be “big” and wakes up in the body of an adult. The film explores themes of idenтιтy, […]

The Circle (2017) offers a dystopian look at the dangers of surveillance and data control in the digital age. Tom Hanks plays Eamon Bailey, the CEO of The Circle, a powerful tech company that encourages its users to embrace total transparency. The film, based on Dave Eggers’ novel, is more of a speculative sci-fi thriller, touching […]

Although Cast Away (2000) is more of a survival film than a traditional science fiction movie, it explores the themes of isolation, human resilience, and technological dependency that are commonly found in sci-fi stories. Tom Hanks plays Chuck Noland, a FedEx executive stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. Much of the film focuses on […]

Calling all superhero fans (and fans of adorable robots)! Big Hero 6 (2014) is a delightful blend of action, humor, and heartwarming friendship. Hiro Hamada, a teenage robotics prodigy, teams up with Baymax, his inflatable healthcare robot companion, and his quirky tech-savvy friends to form a high-tech superhero team. The film’s charm lies in its characters. Hiro […]

In Zone 414 (2021), Fimmel stars as David Carmichael, a private investigator hired to track down a missing girl in a futuristic city inhabited by humanoid robots. Directed by Andrew Baird, the film blends elements of noir and science fiction, creating a dark, dystopian world where humans and androids coexist uneasily. Fimmel’s performance as the hard-boiled detective […]

Though technically a TV series, Raised by Wolves (2020–2022) deserves a place on this list due to its cinematic scale and innovative storytelling. Created by Aaron Guzikowski and executive produced by Ridley Scott, the show is set in a distant future where two androids, Mother (Amanda Collin) and Father (Travis Fimmel), are tasked with raising human children […]

Superman (1978) isn’t just a superhero movie; it’s a cultural phenomenon. Christopher Reeve embodies Clark Kent/Superman with charm and heroism, defining the Man of Steel for a generation. The film follows Superman’s journey from his alien origins to becoming Earth’s champion, battling Lex Luthor’s villainous schemes. **The film’s strength lies in its classic storytelling. It embraces the hopeful spirit of the Superman mythos, inspiring audiences […]

Black Hawk Down, directed by Ridley Scott, is a gripping war film based on the non-fiction book by Mark Bowden. The film chronicles the harrowing true events of the Battle of Mogadishu, which took place during the Somali Civil War in 1993. The story focuses on a group of elite U.S. soldiers from the 75th […]