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Our list of the best space films of all time encomes great movie classics and box office and critical successes; see the list

Beyond the final frontier, space is a place where no one can hear you scream and certainly a limitless scenario that crushes the ego of any human being. Whether a story unfolds in the past, present or future – in our own galaxy or one far away – space makes a great movie backdrop. For this reason, we have created a list that elects the 25 best films about space in the entire history of cinema. 2c6u6o

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Perhaps one of the biggest attractions of the space as the strongest theme of the genre of Science fiction its scale, which makes it a natural showcase for special effects. Most importantly, the inhuman void of space forces the characters to face their personal fears and doubts, while inspiring existential and epistemological questions that fascinate us all. no wonder that Hollywood never stop making space movies.

Space hides many mysteries that cinema has not hesitated to explore
Space hides many mysteries that cinema has not hesitated to explore

Also, it's not easy to make a movie with that kind of approach. As much as special effects and technology help writers and directors turn their stories into reality, it takes skill to convey the right message to the audience. A film filled with visuals can be as empty in meaning as is the vastness of space.

But how to select the best titles among so many works? The films chosen for this list take into several factors such as box office, cultural impact, among other factors. It's not a simple organizational task, but we hope we did a good job selecting the films you'll check out below.

Journey to the Moon (1902) 1q4g2a

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Film Trip to the Moon (Image: IMDb)

100% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to see: Telecine

In this space classic, a group of men travel to the Moon, being taken by a capsule launched from a giant cannon, but end up being captured by moonmen.

The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) 53v2n

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Film The Day the Earth Stood Still (Image: Letterboxd)

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to see: Fine Arts à la Carte

Alien comes to Earth carrying a message from the leaders of his planet. Initially he talks to a scientist, and when he makes it clear that he wants to meet with the rulers to warn them, he starts to be harassed and threatened by humans.

Plan 9 of Outer Space (1959) 4ua34

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Scene from the film Plan 9 from Outer Space (Image: IMDb)

66% on Rotten Tomatoes

Where to see: Prime Video

Residents of a region in California are attacked by flying saucers. The aliens intend to conquer the planet by resurrecting corpses. Transformed into zombies and vampires, they chase humans who visit the cemetery.

2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) 3457c

An odyssey filled with stunning visuals, beautiful music and an incredible story awaits you
An odyssey filled with stunning visuals, beautiful music and an incredible story awaits you

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

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Perhaps this is not only director Stanley Kubrick's masterpiece, but also the best science fiction film in the history of cinema. Based on the book of the same name by Arthur C. Clarke, "2001" mixes themes such as extraterrestrial life, space exploration and artificial intelligence in a space adventure that takes the viewer from the dawn of humanity to the ends of the universe. Highlight for the computer HAL 9000, one of the most genius and psychopathic robots that have ever ed the movie screen.

Planet of the Apes (1968) 6a3t1j

What if humans were no longer the dominant species on the planet?
What if humans were no longer the dominant species on the planet?

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Forget about sequels, remakes or reboots. No other film adaptation of this 1968 classic can beat the original. Monkey's Planet brings an innovative story by reversing the roles and placing monkeys and other apes as the dominant species and humans being treated like animals in a zoo. The “icing on the cake” of this work of science fiction is the surprising ending that brings an important message about the future of humanity and leaves you with a bitter taste in your mouth after the credits roll.

Solaris (1972) 383pu

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Scene from the film Solaris (Image: IMDb)

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 IMDb

Where to see: Fine Arts à la Carte

Psychologist Kris Kelvin (Donatas Banjonis) travels to the Solaris space station to investigate a strange phenomenon that has struck the crew. When he starts to experience the same symptoms, he plunges into the dark depths of his own consciousness.

The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) 336d19

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Scene from the film The Man Who Fell to Earth (Image: IMDb)

80% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,6 on IMDb

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A humanoid alien lands on Earth in search of water to save his dying planet. Using his advanced technology, he patents several inventions. But while waiting for a spaceship to be built that will take him home, the alien falls victim to earthly pleasures.

Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977) 5p205p

The first star wars ushered in a new era for special-themed cinema
The first Star Wars ushered in a new era for special-themed cinema

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,6 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

It would not be an exaggeration to say that the science fiction genre and the special theme in cinema can be separated as “before Star Wars" and after Star Wars“. The saga created by George Lucas debuted in 1977 with a smash at the box office and with a story and visuals that would inspire future filmmakers to this day. The world stopped to follow the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Han Solo and Princess Leia against the terrible villain Darth Vader in epic battles and a plot that, despite being simple on the surface, hid a mythology that would last until today.

Alien (1979) 45661s

It's up to Lieutenant Ripley to survive and try to destroy the creature that killed her entire crew.
It's up to Lieutenant Ripley to survive and try to destroy the creature that killed her entire crew.

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,5 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

“In space, no one can hear your scream.” With a simple premise in which a group of astronauts respond to a rescue call, this mission soon becomes a dark nightmare in space. O "Alien" of the title plays a scary game of cat-and-mouse with the other 7 crew of the Nostromo spaceship as they are attacked by the creature. Creating a claustrophobic atmosphere in which there is nowhere to escape, director Ridley Scott showed that it was possible to create a space-themed horror film.

Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980) 4yk38

The film is considered by many fans and critics as the best title of the entire saga.
The film is considered by many fans and critics as the best title of the entire saga.

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,7 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

The second adventure of the saga Star Wars to hit the theater screen is to the original film in the same way as "Aliens" is for "Alien". All the features that made the journey a success Luke Skywalker and his friends against the evil Galactic Empire are taken to the extreme in this film. “The Empire Strikes Back” arrived to show that the Star Wars saga was much more than just a science fiction spectacle, but rather an intergalactic story that would mark generations forever.

Outland – Titanium Command (1981) y4f56

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Outland Movie – Titanium Command (Image: IMDb)

54% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,6 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video (rent)

William O'Niel (Sean Connery) is a space marshal sent to a titanium collection base. He investigates a series of mysterious miner deaths and discovers that workers' productivity is being boosted by dangerous drugs.

Blade Runner – The Android Hunter (1982) 5j2s46

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Scene from the film Blade Runner – The Android Hunter (Image: IMDb)

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video (rent)

In the movie Blade Runner – The Android Hunter, Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) is forced by Police Chief Bryant (M. Emmet Walsh) to continue his old job as a Replicant Hunter. His mission: to eliminate four fugitive Replicants from the colonies that returned to Earth. Before starting work, Deckard goes to the Tyrell Corporation and meets Rachel (Sean Young), a Replicant girl with whom he falls in love.

The Chosen: Where the Future Begins (1983) 5k2l2p

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Film The Elect: Where the Future Begins (IMDb)

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

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The adaptation of the non-fiction work written by Tom Wolfe portrays the first fifteen years of the American space program. The focus is on the lives of astronauts, including John Glenn and Alan Shepard, and the reconstruction of the dangers and frustrations experienced by those involved with NASA. Astronauts fight bureaucracy and family problems to win the space race on behalf of their country.

Aliens Rescue (1986) 575f6v

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Scene from the film Aliens: The Rescue (Image: IMDb)

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Aliens entered the disputed list of “sequels that are as good or even better than the original” – along with films like “Terminator 2” e “The Empire Strikes Back”. Realizing that James Cameron had a natural talent for the sci-fi genre when launching the hit "Terminator" in 1984, Ridley Scott decided it would be interesting to see how Cameron would fare as he continued the story of Lieutenant Ripley and the xenomorphs. The result is one of the best action movies of all time that manages to blend emotion and horror in a fantastic way in the void of space.

The Silver Globe (1988) 4z1q4l

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Scene from the film The Silver Globe (Image: IMDb)

100% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,2 on IMDb

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Based on the book of the same name written by Jerzy Żuławski, one of the best films in space follows a small group of cosmic explorers leaving Earth to find freedom and start a new civilization.

Total Recall (1990) 1f3j2f

Arnold will embark on an adventure to free Mars from oppression

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video e Telecine

Arnold Schwarznegger, a story packed with action and state-of-the-art visual effects for the 1990s era. What do you get? Simply one of the best action films in space (on Mars, to be more exact) that manages to mix science fiction elements into this crazy mix in a spectacular way. The film may exaggerate its “scientific freedom” at various times, but it is still an adrenaline-filled adventure from start to finish.

Apollo 13, From Disaster to Triumph (1995) j4643

Find out how a technological failure became one of NASA's biggest successes
Find out how a technological failure became one of NASA's greatest successes

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to see: Telecine

Imagine one of the biggest disasters in the history of space travel but which, thanks to the brilliant minds of the NASA team and pilots, resulted in a story with a happy ending? "Apollo 13" brilliantly tells how one of the many American missions to the Moon suffered a serious accident and it took a lot of courage and agility to save the astronaut crew. Imagine being able to calmly say “Houston, we have a problem” while your ship is seriously malfunctioning, in the infinite vastness of space.

Independence Day (1996) 4mdo

Not even the White House escapes destruction in "Independence Day"
Not even the White House escapes destruction on “Independence Day”

68% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Perhaps this is the definitive alien invasion movie of the 1990s. "Independence Day" It has everything a fan of the science fiction genre could expect from an action movie with extraterrestrial beings: mystery, battles, fights for survival, the good old fight of good against evil, etc. The film revolutionized special effects for the time due to the scenes of destruction on an interplanetary scale that aliens promote in the main metropolises of the globe. In addition to being terrifying, the sequences in which cities are destroyed are still impressive today.

(1997) 4h1g6k

“” answers the question: what if we could communicate with other beings across the universe?

68% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

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This adaptation of Carl Sagan's book of the same name brought a fantastic story about communication with intelligent races in space to the cinema screen. In addition to a right dose of science so that laypeople could understand how communication works in space and stellar distances, the film has an air of mystery, great performances by Jodie Foster and Mathew McGonaugh and incredible visual effects. The best of all is the question that the end of the film leaves in its viewers. Are we really alone in the universe?

Gattaca – The Genetic Experience (1997) 4m6k5f

"gattaca" shows us what a society in which every human is "made" would be like
“Gattaca” shows us what a society in which every human is “manufactured” would be like

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

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Genetic engineering is a branch of biological sciences that studies the manipulation of DNA, the building blocks that make up the genetic map of every living being on the planet. But what if this technology were used to create more “perfect” humans? That's the idea behind Gattaca. Taking inspiration from classics of literature such as irable new world, the film shows what a society would be like in which every human can be “manufactured” and in which only the best of our race receive privileges, such as going into space, for example.

The Fifth Element (1997) c15y

"the fifth element" has it all: aliens, battles and special exploration
“The Fifth Element” has it all: aliens, battles and special exploration

71% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

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if you watch The fifth Element these days you may find the film too silly or full of clichés. However, this is precisely the asset behind this work: never take yourself too seriously. With cutting-edge visual effects for the time, the film is a space adventure in the best molds of the classics of the genre: an alien girl, an anti-hero rogue, a relentless evil force and all this packed with a good dose of action and comedy. to create the good old story of good versus evil.

Starship Troopers (1997) d3rh

Ready to face monstrous aliens through space?
Ready to face monstrous aliens through space?

72% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Imagine a future where every young man's dream is to enter the military. Sounds like an interesting life, doesn't it? The problem is when newly formed soldiers have to face giant special bugs as their first mission. Although critics do not like the work, "Starship Troopers" has already become a cult film, adored by a legion of fans. If you're looking for a movie in space that you can watch and enjoy without having to take it seriously, this battle against beetles and other giant creatures is your best choice.

MIB – Men in Black (1997) 2o712

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Scene from the film MIB – Men in Black (Image: IMDb)

91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to see: HBO Max

Agents K (Tommy Lee Jones) and J (Will Smith) are futuristic police officers working on a top secret government project. It involves the capture and deportation of space beings not authorized to stay on Earth.

The Horizon Enigma (1997) 1971

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Scene from the film The Horizon Enigma (Image: IMDb)

6,6 on IMDB

Where to see: Prime Video

In 2047, a rescue mission is sent to find the Event Horizon, a ship that mysteriously disappeared seven years ago while exploring the outer reaches of the solar system. Upon finding it, the astronauts who are part of the rescue mission gradually become aware of the terrible mystery that surrounds them and that something sinister inhabits the ship's corridors.

Armageddon (1998) 4b1g29

Earth is under threat from a gigantic asteroid and only a team of drillers can save the planet
Earth is under threat from a gigantic asteroid and only a team of drillers can save the planet

6,7 on IMDB

Where to see: Star +

At the end of the second millennium, Hollywood was experiencing a flood of “End of the World” films, whether science fiction or "Deep Impact" or religious like "End of Days". Among this series of productions, "Armageddon" stands out for its frenetic action, captivating characters and a plot full of clichés that, when not taken seriously, manage to build a fun and exciting work. Bruce Willis manages to create the atmosphere of constant adrenaline in the film that leaves the viewer on the edge of their seat until the final moment when Earth is saved from a space threat!

Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century (1999) 6b2v4k

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Film Zenon – The Girl of the 21st Century (Image: Letterboxd)

6,3 on IMDB

Where to see: Disney +

In 2049, Zenon (Kirsten Storms) gets into trouble with the owner of the space station where she lives with her family and, as punishment, is sent to the worst place in the galaxy: planet Earth. Now, the girl will have to count on the help of her Earthling friends to return to her home.

October Sky (1999) 34c4e

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Scene from the film The Sky of October (Image: IMDb)

91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

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Em october sky, John Hickam (Chris Cooper) is a miner who loves his work and hopes his sons, Jim (Scott Thomas) and Homer (Jake Gyllenhaal), follow in his footsteps. However, Jim wins a scholarship to play football and Homer sparks an interest in science when he learns that the Russians have put a satellite into orbit. With the help of friends and the of a teacher, Homer begins a project that will change his life forever.

Heroes Out of Orbit (1999) 4n5x30

Who said making a science fiction show was an easy task?
Who said making a science fiction show was an easy task?

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix

Do you believe that if the cast of “Star Trek” were called on a real special mission they would be able to face the challenges of space? This is more or less what happens in “Heróis Fora de Orbita”. The of a hit science fiction series are mistaken by aliens for real heroes and, from there, an action and comedy sequence unites a brilliant cast in one of the funniest space-themed films of recent times.

Mortal Eclipse (2000) 646942

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Scene from the film Mortal Eclipse (Image: IMDb)

59% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video (rent) and Apple TV (rent)

In this space film, a spacecraft accident leaves the survivors on a previously unexplored planet. The crew soon discovers that the planet is populated by carnivorous creatures that hibernate in local caves, but will come out to hunt in the open sky with the arrival of the next eclipse. 

The survivors now fight the monsters, and their only weapon is light, as the planet has no electricity and the batteries in their clothes are running out.

Treasure Planet (2002) 1b502c

How about embarking on a special adventure in search of treasure?

69% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,2 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

This is one of the most underrated and little known films ever made by the studios. Disney. Making little money at the box office and on video release, treasure planet it's a rare gem of old-fashioned hand-drawn animation combined with computerized visual effects. The film is an adaptation of the classic story The Treasure Island, but with just the right touch of science fiction, action and a cast of captivating characters that build an exciting and exciting story of heroes and villains in search of a treasure the size of a planet!

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) 5k3d4t

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Scene from the film The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy (Image: IMDb)

60% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,7 on IMDb

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In one of the best films set in space, Arthur Dent (Martin Freeman) is a normal man who is having a bad day. After learning that his house is about to be demolished, he discovers that Ford Prefect (Mos Def), his best friend, is an alien. To top it off, he learns that the Earth is close to being destroyed. With no way out, Arthur hitches a ride on a ing spaceship. He then gets to know the universe, and everything he needs to know about his new life is contained in a valuable book: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

Serenity – The Fight for Tomorrow (2005) 3d4b1a

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Film Serenity – The Fight for Tomorrow (Image: IMDb)

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to see: Google Play Movies

In this film, Captain Malcolm Reynolds (Nathan Fillion) commands a group of intergalactic rebels on the spaceship Serenity. While transporting Dr. Simon Tam (Sean Maher) and his mysterious telepathic sister, they are pursued by adversaries who want to dominate the universe.

Wall E (2008) 4n1f26

The story of the robot Wall-E touched many people

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

As important as the charisma of the little robot Wall-E is the message that this masterpiece of Pixar It focuses on the dangerous future that humanity has in store if we continue at our pace of consumerism and disregard for the environment. "Wall-E" There are few understandable lines throughout the film, but it's incredible how easy it is to become emotionally attached to this robot that just wants to clean everything around it and protect its space companion, a much more advanced robot called Eva.

Star Trek (2009) 1e4oh

Captain kirk and his fellow spock are back
Captain Kirk and his sidekick Spock are back

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,9 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix e Paramount +

With a fan base as large as that of Star Wars, Star Trek (better known as “Star Trek” by Brazilians) was waiting for a director who could bring to current times all the special adventure full of surprises and emotion that the original series and films were capable of providing. This is how in 2009 JJ Abrahams brought to the cinema screen the story of the spaceship Enterprise and its crew that explored the mysteries of the universe with a show of action and breathtaking visuals.

Lunar (2009) 3b2d1t

What would you do if your moon mission wasn't what you always thought it would be?
What would you do if your mission to the moon wasn't what you always thought it would be?

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

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Imagine that you are the only inhabitant of a lunar station and that you have to do the same routine every day because, after all, it is your mission. At first glance, the plot Lunar it can seem simplistic and full of clichés even in the robot that accompanies the protagonist everywhere and is his only companion (in the same style as HAL 9000 from “2001”, only without the psychopath part). The trump card of the film is in the brilliant “plot twist” that he keeps at the end of the plot and that leaves you with a lot of details to think about.

Astronaut Sam Bell's (Sam Rockwell) three-year tour at a lunar mine is finally ending and he is looking forward to his reunion with his wife and daughter. Suddenly, Sam's health deteriorates. He suffers from headaches and hallucinations and almost has a fatal accident. He meets what appears to be a younger version of himself, possibly a clone. Sam needs to solve the mystery before the company's crew arrives.

Avatar (2009) 17c6n

Travel to Pandora and discover everything this fantastic world has to offer.
Travel to Pandora and discover everything this fantastic world has to offer.

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,9 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

This film marked the return of director James Cameron to the big screen. Even though the plot of the work is not innovative, Cameron brought several new features in of special effects. The film used high quality motion capture devices for the time, as well as special lenses and cameras to create a 3D effect that provided an immersive experience for all viewers who were able to see this blockbuster in theaters. Stunning visuals, action from start to finish and a beautiful lesson about preserving nature and respecting other cultures are just some of the elements that make up this space story.

Prometheus (2012) u2c39

"prometheus" shows that discovering the origin of life may not be so good
“Prometheus” shows that discovering the origin of life may not be so good

77% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Although the film generates some controversy among fans of the franchise Alien as this is the first story in the series, Prometheus raises some interesting philosophical questions. In addition to recounting the origin of the race of xenomorphs that gave many viewers nightmares decades ago, Prometheus explores the origins of humanity. Maybe the movie won't impress as much as others on this list, but it's sure to leave you with a few fleas behind your ear after the credits roll across the screen.

Gravity (2013) 1t1z15

Have you ever imagined yourself drifting through space?
Have you ever imagined yourself drifting through space?

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to see: HBO Max

Most of us have dreamed of going to space, right? The problem is that reality is far less comfortable than we might imagine. Gravity shows what would happen if an astronaut were to drift through Earth's orbit. Sandra Bullock's character needs to use her limited oxygen supply wisely and try to calm down while looking for a way to return to a safe place and, who knows, be able to return to the planet. A film to get your nerves on edge while the astronaut doesn't touch solid ground.

Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) 6h402p

An unusual group of heroes is ready to save the galaxy
An unusual group of heroes is ready to save the galaxy

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

This film brings together the best that the Marvel cinema universe has managed to create in its works: a cast of great characters, an interesting story, top-notch action and visual effects and, best of all, a hand-picked soundtrack! Who knew we would become so fond of a team of heroes as unlikely as one made up of a talking tree and a gun-crazy raccoon?

Interstellar (2014) 1r728

How far could humanity go to find a new home?
How far could humanity go to find a new home?

73% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,7 on IMDb

Where to see: HBO Max

Christopher Nolan is a director who knows how to masterfully combine a good story with science fiction elements under a cast that is directed almost impeccably. interstellar is considered by many to be 2001 of current times. Whether for its stunning visuals (and scientifically very accurate) or its deep and moving story, the film tells the journey of humanity in search of a new home after the Earth becomes unsustainable. All this with a robot with innovative design, a giant black hole, time travel and much more.

Lost on Mars (2015) 5m1n4i

Have you ever imagined yourself lost on the red planet?
Have you ever imagined yourself lost on the red planet?

91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

Have you watched the movie Castaway, in which Tom Hanks is stranded on a desert island after his plane crashes? If so, know that the plot of Lost in Mars follows the same idea, but with our protagonist trapped on the red planet. Matt Damon's character needs to use all his knowledge in astrophysics and botany to survive in a special station on the surface of Mars while waiting for rescue.

Stars Beyond Time (2016) 2w44s

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Scene from the film Stars Beyond Time (Image: IMDb)

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to see: Disney +

At the height of the space race between the United States and Russia during the Cold War, a team of NASA scientists, made up exclusively of African-American women, proved to be the crucial missing element in the equation for the victory of the United States, leading one of the largest technological operations recorded in American history and becoming true heroines of the nation.

The Arrival (2016) 593n3s

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Scene from the film Arrival (Image: IMDb)

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,9 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix, Paramount + e Prime Video

Alien ships have arrived in the world's main cities. In order to communicate with the visitors, a linguist and a military man are called in to decipher the visitors' strange messages.

Vida (2017) 576b6y

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Scene from the film Life (Image: IMDb)

68% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,6 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix e Prime Video

Em Lifespan, a team of six astronauts from the International Space Station discovers signs of intelligent life on Mars and the investigation generates unimaginable consequences.

Blade Runner 2049 (2017) 4o3d6o

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Blade Runner 2049 movie (Image: IMDb)

88% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix

Em Blade Runner 2049, after discovering a secret that threatens what's left of society, a new police officer sets out in search of Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), who has been missing for 30 years.

First Man (2018) 56j4y

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Film First Man (Image: IMDb)

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

American astronaut Neil Armstrong (Ryan Gosling) embarks on a historic journey to become the first man to set foot on the Moon in 1969. The sacrifices and costs of an entire nation during one of the most dangerous missions in the history of space travel.

High Life (2018) 502t4o

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High Life film (Image: IMDb)

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 5,8 on IMDb

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A group of criminals agree to exchange their sentences for participation in a space mission looking for alternative energy in the black hole closest to Earth. But things don't go as expected and the last survivors, Monte (Robert Pattinson) and his daughter, must fight to survive.

A Wrinkle in Time (2018) 4y2z6q

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Scene from the film A Wrinkle in Time (Image: IMDb)

43% on Rotten Tomatoes

Where to see: Disney +

Meg Murry (Storm Reid) and her little brother, Charles Wallace (Deric McCabe), have been without their scientist father for five years, ever since he discovered a new planet and used the concept known as the tesseract to travel there. 

Allied with Meg's classmate Calvin O'Keefe (Levi Miller), and guided by the three mysterious astral travelers known as Mrs. Whatsit (Reese Witherspoon), Mrs. Who (Mindy Kaling) and Mrs. Which (Oprah Winfrey), the children begin a dangerous journey to a planet that has all the evil in the universe.

Toxic Wealth (2018) 2g2l4z

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Scene from the film Toxic Wealth (Image: IMDb)

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,3 on IMDb

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A father and his daughter travel to an alien moon in search of a valuable jewel, but are forced to change their plans when a ruthless criminal gets in their way.

Apollo 11 (2019) 2g4mx

The best space movies of all time
Apollo 11 film (Image: Amazon)

99% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video (rent)

Em Apollo 11 We follow NASA's most famous mission, which took astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins to the Moon. The documentary features never-before-seen high-resolution images.

Ad Astra – Towards the Stars (2019) 173y1h

The best space movies of all time
Film Ad Astra – Towards the Stars (Image: IMDb)

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,5 on IMDb

Where to see: Star +

In the story, a man travels through the interior of a lawless solar system to find his missing father, a renegade scientist who poses a threat to humanity.

Lucy in the Sky (2019) 3w1o55

The best space movies of all time
Lucy in the Sky movie (Image: IMDb)

5,0 on IMDB

Where to see: Star +

After participating in a NASA mission, famous astronaut Lucy Cola (Natalie Portman) feels very small on Earth in the face of the immensity of space. Soon, she becomes embroiled in a reckless love triangle that threatens her career and sanity.

I Am Mother (2019) 6x1q2d

The best space movies of all time
Film I Am Mother (Image: IMDb)

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,7 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix

Humanity is on the brink of extinction, but a robot raises a girl in a remote base to give humanity a second chance. This is what the young woman believed until another human arrives at the place and makes her question everything she believed.

The Journey (2019) 481s5v

The best space movies of all time
Scene from the film The Journey (Image: IMDb)

84% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,3 on IMDb

Where to see: Prime Video

A French astronaut in training is called up for an official mission. She needs to leave her seven-year-old daughter with her father and travel to space with two other men, one American and the other Russian. From the announcement of her call-up until after her departure, she begins to deal daily with the difficulties of being a woman in a world dominated by men who are incapable of understanding the feelings linked to motherhood and female intimacy.

Dune (2021) 6a6846

The best space movies of all time
Scene from the film Dune (Image: IMDb)

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to see: HBO Max

In this retelling, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is a brilliant young man, master of a destiny beyond his understanding. He must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to secure the future of his people.

Accidental enger (2021) 4f411c

The best space movies of all time
Scene from the film Stowaway (Image: IMDb)

76% on Rotten Tomatoes | 5,7 on IMDb

Where to see: Netflix

On the premise of Stowaway, the crew of a two-year mission to Mars faces a fatal dilemma after an unexpected enger puts everyone at risk.

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  1. These films are really very good now there is a fiction film that I saw as a child that I really loved, it was about a journey with three explorers, two men and a woman and there was an assembly line of robots they were trying to get out of the earth that was destroying itself. they traveled in time to get out of this situation but they always arrive at the same point a lupem always returning to the same point, it was incredible the assembly line of the robots the eyes blinked before being placed in the robots' bodies it was impressive, if you know please let me know I've been looking for this film for years. Unfortunately I don't know the title.

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