Netflix's catalog of sci-fi films includes platform originals like 'Bird Box,' as well as indie cult classics like 'Donnie Darko,' and blockbusters like 'The Terminator.'

Hulu has some of the best sci-fi movies available to stream, including every entry in the Alien franchise. Ahead, we've curated a list of recommendations for when you're in the mood for otherworldly chills and thrills.

If you're like me, you likely stare at your Prime Video home screen for a long time, unsure what to watch next. With so many options, half the battle is choosing the right film to satisfy your immediate need for entertainment.

io9 picks its favorite genre movies of the year, including 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 'Superman,' 'Bugonia,' and more. It’s that time of the year again. The time of year when we look at all of the movies we watched over the past 12 months and pick the best of the best. Welcome to the best sci-fi, fantasy, and horror movies of 2025.