35+ Epic Sci-Fi Movies Like 'Dune,' Ranked

Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope redefined the science fiction genre with its groundbreaking visual effects, masterful storytelling, and iconic characters. Directed by George Lucas, this space opera introduced audiences to a galaxy far, far away, where the evil Galactic Empire battles rebels eager to restore peace and justice. With memorable performances from Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford as Han Solo, and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia Organa, the film boasts a thrilling blend of action-packed adventure and timeless themes of heroism.

Luc Besson's vibrant sci-fi epic The Fifth Element showcases a dazzling vision of the 23rd century filled with exotic alien worlds and technology beyond our wildest imagination. Bruce Willis stars as Korben Dallas, a cab driver unwillingly thrust into saving humanity when he encounters Leeloo (Milla Jovovich), a mysterious being on a mission to find four elemental stones needed to stop an impending apocalypse. With its wildly imaginative design and pulse-pounding action sequences, The Fifth Element remains an exhilarating romp through the cosmos.

Ridley Scott's Blade Runner is an extraordinary adaptation of Philip K. Dick's seminal novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Set in a dystopian future Los Angeles where synthetic humans known as replicants exist alongside humans, the story follows Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), a seasoned blade runner tasked with hunting down rogue replicants. This visually striking neo-noir masterpiece delves into themes of artificial intelligence, identity, and what it means to be human.

A thrilling continuation of Joss Whedon's cult television series Firefly (2002-2003), Serenity reunites fans with their favorite band of misfit space outlaws led by Captain Malcolm Reynolds (Nathan Fillion). As they navigate a treacherous galaxy controlled by a totalitarian regime, the crew of the spaceship Serenity must protect a psychic passenger (Summer Glau) from relentless pursuers. With witty dialogue, captivating characters, and high-stakes adventure, Serenity remains a beloved gem within the realm of sci-fi cinema.

In this visually stunning sequel to Ridley Scott's 1982 classic, director Denis Villeneuve reimagines the dystopian world introduced in the original film. Set thirty years after its predecessor, Blade Runner 2049 follows K (Ryan Gosling), an officer tasked with tracking down replicants like Deckard before him. As he uncovers long-buried secrets that could change everything humans know about their existence, viewers are treated to breathtaking visuals and intricate storytelling that pays homage to and expands upon the original's themes.

Doubling down on thrilling action sequences and time-loop storytelling, Doug Liman's Edge of Tomorrow follows public affairs officer William "Bill" Cage (Tom Cruise) as he reluctantly finds himself thrust into combat against alien invaders known as Mimics. Killed in battle but quickly revived only to find himself reliving the same day over again each time he dies, Cage must adapt to survive while working alongside war hero Rita Vrataski (Emily Blunt) to pinpoint the enemy's weakness. With its brisk pacing, dark humor, and innovative take on familiar tropes, Edge of Tomorrow remains an entertaining entry in modern science fiction cinema.