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Matches come from recorded genres and theme tags; catalogue coverage can vary. 4,369 films · Page 149.

Death Run (1987)

Science fiction

Just before a nuclear war breaks out, a scientist at the British National Research Centre puts Paul (Rob Bartlett) and his girlfriend Jenny (Wendy Parsons) into suspended animation so they can live to see better days. 25 years later, the unit runs out of power and the couple is reanimated. They camp in peace for a few days, until they are beset and captured by a biker gang.

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The Reconstruction of William Zero (2014)

Drama, Horror, Science fiction

After accidentally causing the death of his son, geneticist William Blakely wakes in a house tended by a man who introduces himself as his twin brother. His brother explains that William was involved in a car crash. William can remember nothing of his life and must be taught basic concepts, such as how to walk and respond to knock-knock jokes.

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Oceanus: Act One (2015)

Science fiction

On 13 September 2029, there is a large underwater base called Oceanus which houses 300 Scientists and Engineers. Sam, an engineer, and Erin, a marine biologist and Sam's wife, go on a mission to release a pod on the surface of the water, which emits whale songs. However, during the mission there is an issue with their backup power system in the pod, which Sam goes to look at, while Erin stays in the submarine.

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Ghost Game (2004)

Comedy horror, Horror, mystery film, Science fiction

It should be a relaxing weekend in a remote cabin in the woods, as far away from big city bustle and the usual routine. But for the group of young people who wanted to meet here for camping, there is different. When they find a mysterious game and play it despite every warning, they unknowingly invoke three hideous ghosts; witches who only have one thing in mind: the death of the group.

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Plaguers (2008)

Horror, Science fiction

Tarver (Steve Railsback) is a crew member on board Pandora, a freight transport carrier headed toward Earth with a desperately needed new energy supply, a strange substance called "Thanatos". Pandoras captain, Darian Holoway (Alexis Zibolis) was recently promoted after the death of former captain Rubini (David P. Johnson).

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Karmalink (2021)

Drama, Science fiction

In a near future Phnom Penh, a community is threatened with eviction to make way for a bullet train service to China. The wealthy use nanotechnology to "augment" their experiences. At night, Leng Heng dreams of his previous lives and of a solid gold Buddha, which he is convinced will help prevent his family from being evicted.

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Automatons (2006)

Horror, Science fiction, science fiction horror film

Somewhere in the distant future, The Girl is living alone in a bunker. She continues to fight with the generations-long war with the assistance of a group of antiquated robot helpers and soldiers. Her only connection to her people is a collection of recorded journal entries made by the scientist who cared for her as a baby.

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Spaceflight IC-1 (1965)

Adventure, Science fiction

In 2015, spaceship IC-1 (Interstellar Colony #1) travels toward a planet similar to Earth to explore the possibility it could solve the Earth's population problems. The crew comprises Captain Mead Ralston, his wife Jan, Drs. Steven and Helen Thomas, two other married couples, and four people – "animates" – in suspended animation.

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Deadland (2009)

Post-apocalyptic, Science fiction

As Sean Kalos attempts to mend his relationship with Katie, his estranged wife, his cell phone goes dead. Kalos enters a gas station and requests assistance, only to find that the phones there have also died. The attendant, who is raptly watch a television broadcast, reveals that a nuclear war has broken out, and, outside the station, they watch the sky fill with incoming missiles.

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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions (2004)

Drama, Dystopian, Science fiction

The film takes place in a vaguely futuristic dystopian milieu of France where the oppressors are an all female group called the Sisterhood of Metacontrol. They bombard Paris with a steady stream of megaphoned announcements advocating a strict separation of the sexes. Men and women can, and do, live together, but touching is strictly forbidden.

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Manhunt of Mystery Island (1945)

Science fiction

A breakthrough scientific device will revolutionize the world's energy usage if the kidnapped creator can be found. To rescue her father, Claire Forrest enlists the help of private detective, Lance Reardon. Clues lead them to a remote Pacific isle known only as Mystery Island, where the two confront sinister and astonishing forces.

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Andy Colby's Incredible Adventure (1988)

Action, Adventure, children's film, fantasy film, Science fiction

Andy Colby (Randy Josselyn) is a 12-year-old boy with too much time on his hands and an addiction to movies. He goes to a local video store looking for a movie he hasn't seen and asks the crazy video store clerk (John Bluto), for a real adventure. He is given a new video that isn't even on the shelves yet.

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On the Edge (2001)

anthology film, Comedy, comedy television program, Drama, Science fiction

Real Playing Game (2013)

Science fiction

The wealthy Steve Battier (Rutger Hauer) is desperate to find a way to stay alive, as he is both elderly and terminally ill. When a company known as RPG offers him the chance to become young again in return for a large amount of money, he jumps at the chance to participate. Ten millionaires from throughout the world will be placed inside younger bodies for ten hours, but with the catch that every hour someone will die.

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Universal Soldiers (2007)

Action, Science fiction

The United States government initiates a program to create genetically modified cybernetic supersoldiers, conducted out of a laboratory on a remote island. However, after an earthquake, the test subjects escape from containment and begin killing the humans around them. A team of Marines is hunted by the supersoldiers as they struggle to survive and stop the rampage, while also overcoming their clashing personalities and strategies.

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The Dead Outside (2008)

Horror, thriller film, Zombie

Set in a world devastated by a neurological pandemic, the film focuses on two survivors, April Scott and Daniel, who meet on an isolated farm in Scotland. April is immune to the disease and Daniel tries to get her to see someone about it as she might be the answer to a cure for the disease. April refuses to do so.

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Fiddlers Three (1944)

Comedy

Tommy Taylor and "The Professor", two sailors returning from leave to Portsmouth on a tandem bicycle, rescue Lydia, a Wren, who had been hitch-hiking on the road and was assaulted by an over-amorous driver. They get a puncture as they reach Stonehenge. The professor tells them of an old legend that those caught at Stonehenge at midnight on midsummer's night are transported back in time.

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Trapped by Television (1936)

Drama, romance film, Science fiction

An inventor is working on his latest creation, a new form of television monitor and camera, but is struggling to complete his invention due to lack of funds. His monetary problems are compounded by an aggressive bill collector looking for payments, and competition from a rival scientist. When organized crime figures are added to the mix, the desperation level rises for our intrepid inventor.

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Beasties (1989)

Comedy horror, fantasy film, monster film, science fiction comedy

The film depicts an alien invasion, with extraterrestrial crafts landing on an area with many amorous teens. The plot deals with "Bionaut" (living) vessels, which have traveled back in time and have released small reconnaissance creatures that become violent when they get too far away from the Bionaut.

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