These films showcase the range and creativity of science fiction in 2024, from action-packed adventures to deeply philosophical narratives
1. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is a 2024 film directed by Wes Ball and will be the fourth in the rebooted series of “Planet of the Apes.” The film will show the world of the future, where apes are the dominant species on Earth, and humans live in the shadows. A young ape sets out on a journey to test his views about the past and, accordingly, forges the future for apes as well as humans when a new tyrannical ape leader begins to build his empire. Through compelling storytelling and groundbreaking visual effects, the movie has been backed by Wētā FX, which has provided human-like expressions and movements in primate characters. It premiered in theaters during May 2024 and began streaming digitally on July 9, 2024.
2. The Beast” (La Bête)
La Bête is a French sci-fi drama, released in 2024 and directed by Bertrand Bonello. Set in a future, darker world in which emotions have been deemed unsafe, Gabrielle (Léa Seydoux) undergoes an operation in order to eliminate some emotions from her DNA. As she explores her past lives, she meets a mysterious man, suggesting a deep, fated bond. The film tackles big ideas like love, memory, and who we are. It first showed at the Venice Film Festival in 2024. Critics have praised the movie for its deep story and Seydoux’s powerful acting.
3. “I.S.S.
“I.S.S.” is a 2024 science fiction thriller from the desk of Gabriela Cowperthwaite. It takes place on the International Space Station, where American and Russian astronauts have been deployed, who receive some devastating news of a war erupting on Earth. As the situation worsens, the isolated crew is torn between national loyalty and personal bonding, culminating in an electrifying drama of trust, survival, and human life in the confined space. This is the kind of movie that brings so much atmospheric intensity, good performances, and even claustrophobic tension with suspense to its viewer.
4. Slingshot
“Slingshot” is a 2024 sci-fi movie directed by Mikael Håfström. The story is about an astronaut, played by Casey Affleck, who goes on a solo mission to a faraway planet. As he travels deeper into space, he faces surprising problems that push his mind and willpower to the limit. The movie explores ideas like being alone, discovering new places, and how strong people can be when things get tough. With amazing special effects and a great performance by Affleck, “Slingshot” takes viewers on an exciting and deep trip into the mysteries of space.
5. Borderlands
“Borderlands” is a 2024 sci-fi action-adventure film directed by Eli Roth. The movie follows a group of unlikely heroes: Lilith, played by Cate Blanchett; Roland, played by Kevin Hart; and Tiny Tina, played by Ariana Greenblatt, in a quest to find a mysterious vault on the planet Pandora. Full of oddball characters, dark humor, and high-octane action, the film will try to capture the chaos and vibrancy of the game. Fans are eagerly waiting for its release as they want to see the game’s world and characters come to life on the big screen.
6. “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” (2024) is the fifth movie in Legendary’s MonsterVerse, directed by Adam Wingard. The film follows the story of the two famous giant monsters as they face a new danger that threatens both humans and their own survival. The movie includes amazing battles between the monsters and dives deeper into the mysteries of the Hollow Earth. Although the story is hard to follow, the main attraction is the monster fights and the scenes of destruction. It was released in theaters and later became available to watch on HBO Max in July 2024.
7. Transformers One
Directed by Josh Cooley, who was one of the directors of “Transformers One”, the 2024 prequel explains the true causes of the conflict between Autobots and Decepticons on the Cybertron planet the robots live. It focuses on the stories of the most important characters in the franchise, such as Optimus Prime and Megatron and is giving the fans a background that is not otherwise provided in the rest of the movie. Giving a chance for the old and the new enthusiasts to come together, the film’s animation style and storytelling are highly praised for injecting a contemporary slant into the saga.
8. Atlas
“Atlas” is a 2024 science fiction action film directed by Brad Peyton. The plot is about Atlas, a female character who has now become the only chance of survival for the futuristic era when a powerful AI system that regards people as the biggest threat to the planet comes into existence. Through the dangers she has to face, she not only sets on the path of self-discovery but also shakes the very core beliefs of her entire being due to the exposure of the unknown. What we notice about the film is that it constitutes hefty action scenes but remains to engage the audiences out of the overdose due to its in-depth arguments and delicate treatment of the topic of progress and its pros for humanity.
9. Dune: Part Two
“Dune: Part Two” (2024) marks the following chapter in Denis Villeneuve’s endeavor in trying to film Frank Herbert’s magnificent literary work. The film is the sequel to the first one and it continues the adventure of the main character named Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) who collaborates with the Fremen to revenge for his family’s ruin and to fill the prophecy on the desert planet Arrakis. This movie is a fantastic adaptation of the book and the plot is interesting from the beginning to the end, and the entire cast of famous actors also contributed to that, so it can be said that the film has really succeeded in transforming the renowned universe of Herbert. Out in theaters in 2024 and can be bought digitally.
10. The Present
Farah Nabulsi has directed this film which brings to light love, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit. The Present is a poignant movie that narrates the story of Yousef who makes a promise to buy a meaningful present for his wife on the occasion of their wedding anniversary. Yousef, who is accompanied by his little daughter, comes across numerous unexpected difficulties that serve as tests of his patience and determination. In their journey, the meaning of kinship is evident through the bond between them and the discovery of the value of the simplest of human interactions. Standing out for its emotional depth and easily understandable nature, “The Present” strongly echoes with the audience.
