Sci-Fi

Modern science fiction movies provide&nbsp;audiences with a wide range of subject matter. The genre offers a lot of flexibility, as it is capable of telling stories set on Earth or in outer space. Often times, the two are combined, with aliens visiting our planet&nbsp;or by having&nbsp;earthlings journey to another planet. Audiences have long enjoyed the speculative nature of sci-fi - the way it imagines amazing scientific breakthroughs, futuristic societies, interstellar battles, and more. It taps directly into our collective imagination.The best new sci-fi films have continued this tradition. The genre has benefited from modern advancements in special effects technology. As CGI becomes more and more sophisticated, it's possible for movies to take on bigger ideas and to depict astonishing sights with more authenticity than ever before. Consequently, a couple of the more recent sci-fi movies have already come close to achieving "classic" status.&nbsp;Vote up your favorites from this list of new sci-fi movies. Check back as the latest new sci-fi movies are added to this list.

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Ranking the plot twists that got us good. Warning: Spoilers ahead.

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Let&#39;s face it:&nbsp;Twist endings don&#39;t always work. Sometimes, a twist ending can <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/twist-endings-that-are-actually-ripoffs/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">feel like a ripoff</a>, but sometimes they really make the film.&nbsp;Other times, a film might even be worth watching in spite of a lackluster twist, as you&#39;ll find in these underrated <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-with-twist-endings/anncasano?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">plot twist movies</a>. Some of these are flicks with brilliant twists that were hard to sell to audiences without giving the game away. Some are films whose twist endings did them a disservice, but are worth revisiting anyway for the picture&#39;s other qualities. Some are lesser-known entries in the canon of great directors, while others&nbsp;made a splash upon their release before sinking out of sight.

Whatever the case may be, these movies all have huge plot twists and are worth another look. And, of course, it goes without saying that spoilers abound from here on in.

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This Forgotten Sam Rockwell Sci-Fi Film Has One Of The Great Underrated Plot Twists

19 Underrated Movies With A Great Plot Twist, Ranked

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Netflix seems like the perfect home for <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-sci-fi-movies">science fiction movies</a>. There is sci-fi/horror. There is sci-fi/action. There is sci-fi/drama. Big zombie fan? That's&nbsp;technically&nbsp;sci-fi. There are also plenty of futuristic and space movies on Netflix that will have you contemplating what is to come. While major Netflix productions like&nbsp;Red Notice,&nbsp;The Irishman, and&nbsp;Bright&nbsp;get all the press, it is the smaller projects that make Netflix originals hidden gems and even have some of the best actors like Martin Freeman.Finding those underrated or unknown films on the streaming service is just about as exciting as modern entertainment gets. Netflix also lets directors, like George Clooney, get as creative as they want with certain projects. With all of that in mind, let's run through some of the best overlooked sci-fi flicks Netflix has to offer that don't get the love they deserve.

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Mission: Impossible Franchise

The Mission Impossible series is still chugging along almost 30 years after the original movie, and the franchise has evolved considerably since those days. It began as the first project produced by Tom Cruise’s production company, Cruise/Wagner Production, and was an adaptation of a TV series of the same name that ran from 1966 to 1973.&nbsp;The eighth installment in the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/every-mask-reveal-mission-impossible/thomas-west ">Mission: Impossible film franchise</a> is currently only a few months away. Before going to see Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part Two , check out our list for best Mission Impossible movies for your rewatch marathon. For new fans, it’ll help you know where to start. For diehards, hopefully it’ll help you keep the movies straight.&nbsp;

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The Best of Nic Cage

Nicolas Cage

If there&#39;s one actor out there who gets a lot of flack for some seriously bad movies, it&#39;s Nicolas Cage. The man has been acting for decades, and despite being an Academy Award-winner, he&#39;s been in some truly crappy flicks over the years. That being said, there&#39;s a big difference in a movie&#39;s overall appeal on&nbsp;RottenTomatoes when you&#39;re looking at the Tomatometer and the Audience Score.

The Tomatometer is an aggregate score derived from all of the professionally written reviews posted about a particular movie, and the Audience Score is an aggregate of people like you! If you go on Rotten Tomatoes (and you aren&#39;t a professional film reviewer), your score will be aggregated alongside everyone else&#39;s, and the score displayed often comes in much higher than the one the pros have given.

For <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-nicolas-cage-facts/melissa-sartore" target="_blank">Nicholas Cage</a>, a man who has been in some good films, this list focuses on those movies with a &quot;rotten&quot; score in the Tomatometer (less than 60%).&nbsp;Check out the list below&nbsp;and see if any of the movies deserve a higher or lower spot by voting up or down whichever ones you think fit that criteria.

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The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-emotional-movie-plot-twists/rebecca-williamson">plot twist</a> remains one of the most enduring narrative devices in Hollywood cinema. It’s obvious why big reversals are frequently used by screenwriters, since these moments radically reshape the way a movie unfolds.While the plot twist is commonly used in such genres as the spy thriller or the political film, it also crops up surprisingly often in kids' movies. Though some of these plot twists might be a bit controversial, particularly in films geared toward younger children, in fact they serve an important function, reminding audiences of all ages how the world can be an uncertain place.&nbsp;

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Ranking the plot twists we didn't see coming. Warning: Spoilers ahead.

Ooh, Twist!

The most impactful movie<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/plot-twist-in-middle-of-the-movie/mike-mcgranaghan"> plot twists</a> shake up the film's narrative, but do so in a way that is logically consistent with what has been shown before. Some twists give the audience a moment to breathe after they're revealed, while others go <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/horror-movie-opening-scenes-0-100/griffin-peters">from zero to 100 real quick</a> and are followed by shocking action.&nbsp;Sometimes <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/underrated-plot-twist-movies/orrin-grey">plot twists get a bad rap</a>, and it's true that when they're executed poorly they can ruin a movie. But the movies on this list would have been less memorable if not for the wild twists audiences were likely never expecting.

From 'The Departed' To 'Hereditary': Wild Plot Twists That Go Totally Off The Rails

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The <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-with-twist-endings/anncasano?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">biggest plot twists</a> in movies were not always so venerated during their creation, as we&#39;ll discover today.&nbsp;Oftentimes, someone behind the scenes pushed against the big movie surprises. In one instance, a reveal was so major that almost everyone involved in the making of the movie was given a fake twist to preserve the secrecy until the moment of the movie&#39;s release!&nbsp;

For this anecdote and many, many more behind-the-scenes tales that went into your favorite cinematic plot twists, read (and vote) on.

Spoilers abound, naturally. Consider this your heads-up.

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Keanu Reeves

We all know and love Keanu Reeves because of his silly personality, kind heart, and kick-butt movie roles. Reeves is known for being one of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/heartwarming-keanu-reeves-stories/anncasano?ref=collections&amp;l=361151&amp;collectionId=532" target="_blank">nicest guys in Hollywood</a>, and even his costars have nothing but positive stories about the movie star.&nbsp;Reeves even made it into People magazine&#39;s Sexiest Man Alive 2021 issue.&nbsp;

However, even the nicest of actors want to bring out their dark side for roles they find interesting, including Reeves. From Knock Knock to I Love You to Death,&nbsp;some of his darker roles find the actor&nbsp;plotting murder or just being a downright jerk.&nbsp;

Vote up your favorite dark Keanu Reeves characters.

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M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan has kept moviegoers on the edge of their seats for over two decades with his signature plot-twist endings. From finding out the actual setting in&nbsp;The Village to discovering the cause of all the chaos in The Happening to realizing just how many dead people there are in The Sixth Sense, Shyamalan's films have garnered a cult following. That said, there are some plot twists that are just a little too hard to believe or worse too easy to guess.Here are Shyamalan's films and their (sometimes) shocking&nbsp;plot twists - be warned: Spoilers abound. Vote up Shyamalan's worst plot twists, and vote down the ones that were surprising in a good way.

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The Dark World of Stephen King

Stephen King

The modern <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/full-list-of-masters-of-horror-episodes/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">master of horror</a> is&nbsp;a massive movie buff, and many of Stephen King's favorite movie recommendations transcend the genre that defines him. His top picks include scary films and&nbsp;a&nbsp;few surprises: suspense tales, action flicks, and foreign films. This is a list of the best movies according to Stephen King. The films Stephen King recommends run&nbsp;the gamut from black-and-white classics&nbsp;to modern remakes.King&nbsp;found inspiration early from both literature and movies. As a kid, he loved horror comics&nbsp;and going to the movies; he has cited 1955's <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.tcm.com/this-month/article/103745|0/Heaven-and-Hell-to-Play-With-The-Filming-of-The-Night-of-the-Hunter.html">The Night of the Hunter</a> as one of the first movies that truly terrified and enthralled him. But he&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.indiewire.com/2018/05/the-outsider-stephen-king-the-shining-stanley-kubrick-1201966980/">reportedly had&nbsp;different&nbsp;feelings</a>&nbsp;about Kubrick's The Shining. Over the years, King has never shied away from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/books-stephen-king-recommends/jacobybancroft">giving his opinion on books</a>, whether&nbsp;his own works inspired them or not, and he's equally as open about sharing his film critiques.

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Jack Black

Jack Black is a unique presence <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/jack-black-behind-the-scenes-stories/anncasano">in movies</a>. He's got wild energy and the kind of intense charisma that guarantees you can't look at anything else whenever he's onscreen. He doesn't fall into the category of conventional leading men, like Tom Cruise, nor is he a chameleon like Daniel Day-Lewis, who becomes unrecognizable by diving into whatever character he's portraying. What he does instead is take his singular persona and adapt it for each film. When he needs to go crazy, he goes all out. When he needs to pull back, he shows restraint.Dewey Finn in School of Rock is arguably his signature role, the one that makes the most of all his particular skills. A closer look at his filmography, though, reveals how diverse his career has truly been. Black has made <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/jack-black-movie-details/raelyn-giansanti">all kinds of films</a>, continually revealing different sides of his talent in the process. These performances deserve particular praise.&nbsp;

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Backstabbing is an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/lovers-who-betrayed-the-hero-movies/alex-kirschenbaum">essential form of cinematic conflict</a>. Presenting a cast of ostensibly trustworthy characters and having <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/shocking-movie-rat-reveals/thomas-west">one or more betray the others</a> will elicit gasps, screams, and tears from viewers. The more surprising and significant the betrayal, the bigger the reaction.Here are movie backstabs that fall into one or both of those categories. And - in case it's not clear - major spoilers are ahead!

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Horror films might be known for <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/underrated-horror-and-thriller-twists-from-2010s/josh-buono">their creepy twists</a>, but every once in a while, a comedy surprises us with a dark turn of events that we didn't see coming. Whether it's revealing the skeletons in a character's closet or realizing someone has been a ghost the entire runtime, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/underrated-plot-twists-in-romantic-comedies/thomas-west">these funny films</a> give us equal amounts of laughs and gasps.Vote up the darkest twists in <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-funniest-movies-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the funniest movies</a>, and vote down the ones that <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/movie-twists-that-ruin-the-movie/nathan-gibson">only made you yawn</a>.

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The Worlds of Science Fiction

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Science fiction has always been something of a gamble for film studios. While there have been some epic films like&nbsp;2001: A Space Odyssey, for the most part, the genre is filled with a smattering of good movies, duds, and financial disasters. The biggest problem with sci-fi isn't that the movies aren't amazing; it's that the films tend to garner fan support from a niche community. When that happens, movies that are generally perceived as being bad because of their box office performance&nbsp;aren't bad at all.These sci-fi films have received generally poor reviews or had a terrible showing at the box office when they first hit theaters. Despite this, they are beloved by fans all across the world. For this list, only films that have a 69% or lower on Rotten Tomatoes are considered. Vote up the films worth a rewatch!

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<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/action-movies-you-can-watch-over-and-over/ranker-film">Action fans</a> have been given a plethora of films on Netflix over the years, and while not all of them have been good, there certainly is something for everyone. Liam Neeson fans have&nbsp;The Ice Road, fight choreography fans have&nbsp;The Night Comes for Us, dark comedy fans&nbsp;have I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore, and so on and so forth.&nbsp;So, let's take a trip through some of the best, undervalued action drama flicks just waiting to be added to your Netflix queue.&nbsp;

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The World of Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino's films have left an indelible mark on modern cinema with their unique storytelling and visual flair. From gritty crime thrillers to stylized historical epics, his movies showcase a cinematic genius that fans and critics alike celebrate. This list ranks all of Tarantino's films, including iconic titles like Pulp Fiction, Inglourious Basterds, and Django Unchained. Each film is a testament to his audacious narrative techniques and unforgettable characters, blending fact with fiction in a way that captivates audiences.This ranking is a collaborative effort by dedicated Rankers, reflecting the collective voice of cinephiles around the world. Whether you're revisiting these masterpieces or discovering them for the first time, this curated list invites you to appreciate the bold storytelling and innovative style that define Tarantino's work. Don't forget to check out the "Where to Watch" buttons that make it easy to find these films on popular streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu, Max (HBO Max), Apple TV+, Paramount+, and more.

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Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese earned his 10th career Academy Award nomination for Best Director for the 2023 film Killers of the Flower Moon. With the nod, Scorsese surpassed Steven Spielberg (9) to be the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://people.com/oscars-2024-martin-scorsese-makes-history-with-10th-best-director-nomination-8547897">most-nominated living director</a> in Oscars history (William Wyler, who died in 1979, holds the overall record for the most Best Director nominations (12) in history).Scorsese made his feature directorial debut in 1967 with the low-budget independent film Who's That Knocking At My Door. With its New York City setting and its Italian American protagonist struggling to reconcile his lifestyle with his strong Catholic faith, the semi-autobiographical film introduced themes and character types that would quickly become recognized as Scorsese trademarks, as would his always-moving camerawork and graphic depictions of violence.Beginning with 1976's Taxi Driver, 10 of the director's films have been nominated for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/greatest-academy-award-winners-for-best-picture?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Academy Award for Best Picture</a>. Although his reputation was built mainly on his crime dramas revolving around the Mafia or other unstable violent characters, Scorsese has proven adept at bringing his individual vision to films across a wide range of genres, from literary adaptations, biopics, and historical dramas to black comedies, character studies, and concert documentaries.There is a healthy debate over which of Scorsese's films is his best. Now we'd like to know your opinion.

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The best World War II movies not only recount historical events, but also deeply resonate with audiences through powerful portrayals of courage amidst adversity. World War II, a tumultuous period marked by bravery, sacrifice, and human resilience, has long been an evocative backdrop for storytelling. Films inspired by this era delve into the complexities of war, capturing the essence of heroism and loss on both grand and intimate scales. &nbsp;These movies invite viewers to reflect upon the past while appreciating the artistry of filmmaking.Showcasing diverse perspectives during one of history's most harrowing periods, these exceptional films immerse audiences in tales that span from battles to quiet acts of defiance. Great WW2 movies reveal multifaceted aspects of humanity caught in the throes of conflict by highlighting themes such as camaraderie, betrayal, hope, and despair across different cultural contexts. These stories come alive through outstanding cinematography, gripping performances, and masterful direction that evoke poignant emotions even decades after their release.Movies like Saving Private Ryan, The Great Escape, and Schindler's List stand as prime examples of remarkable World War II cinema. In Saving Private Ryan, director Steven Spielberg throws audiences into the visceral chaos of D-Day before transitioning to a captivating mission that showcases loyalty and selflessness among soldiers. Meanwhile, The Great Escape expertly blends suspense and adventure as it follows Allied prisoners plotting against all odds to break free from a German POW camp. Lastly, the monumental impact of Schindler's List is indisputable; its stark (mostly) black-and-white visuals coupled with compelling character arcs immortalize Oskar Schindler's efforts to save Jewish lives under unimaginable circumstances. Yet these are just a few gems amid an array of incredible wartime narratives. Other famous WWII movies contending for the top spots on this list include Hacksaw Ridge, Letters from Iwo Jima, Patton, and A Bridge Too Far.As cinema continues to evolve over time, filmmakers will persistently draw inspiration from pivotal moments throughout human history - particularly when they have the potential to strike emotional chords within viewers. In this context, movies about the second World War will undoubtedly remain a significant subgenre of filmmaking as they challenge us to confront the darkest chapters of our collective past while celebrating acts of valor and resilience in trying times. The greatest World War II films serve as vital reminders that even amidst the horrors of war, there are stories worth remembering and lessons to be learned about the human spirit's remarkable capacity for survival and hope.

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