Best of Sci-Fi over the past 10 Years…

Best Sci-Fi Movies

Over the past decade, science fiction has seen a resurgence with a plethora of innovative and thought-provoking films. Here are some of the best sci-fi movies that have redefined the genre:

1. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

• Director: Denis Villeneuve
• Synopsis: A sequel to the 1982 classic, this film continues the story of replicants and explores deeper philosophical questions about identity and existence. The film’s stunning visuals and atmospheric storytelling have cemented its place as a modern sci-fi masterpiece.

2. Annihilation (2018)

• Director: Alex Garland
• Synopsis: Based on Jeff VanderMeer’s novel, this film follows a team of scientists who venture into a mysterious and dangerous zone known as “The Shimmer.” The film blends horror and sci-fi to create a haunting and visually stunning experience.

3. Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)

• Director: George Miller
• Synopsis: Set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, this film is a high-octane action thriller that explores themes of survival and resistance. The film’s practical effects and intense action sequences have made it a modern classic.

4. Arrival (2016)

• Director: Denis Villeneuve
• Synopsis: This film explores the arrival of extraterrestrial spacecraft and the efforts of a linguist to communicate with the aliens. The film’s thoughtful approach to language and communication has been widely praised.

5. Ex Machina (2014)

• Director: Alex Garland
• Synopsis: This film delves into the ethics of artificial intelligence through the story of a programmer who is invited to administer the Turing test to an advanced humanoid AI. The film’s tight narrative and philosophical depth have made it a standout in the genre.

6. Inception (2010)

• Director: Christopher Nolan
• Synopsis: A thief who steals corporate secrets through the use of dream-sharing technology is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of a CEO. The film’s complex narrative and innovative visual effects have made it a landmark in sci-fi cinema.

7. Her (2013)

• Director: Spike Jonze
• Synopsis: This film explores the relationship between a lonely man and an intelligent operating system. The film’s intimate and emotional storytelling has resonated with audiences and critics alike.

8. Gravity (2013)

• Director: Alfonso Cuarón
• Synopsis: This film follows two astronauts who are stranded in space after their shuttle is destroyed. The film’s realistic depiction of space and its intense, claustrophobic atmosphere have made it a standout in the genre.

9. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)

• Director: Matt Reeves
• Synopsis: This film continues the story of the apes and humans as they struggle for dominance. The film’s strong performances and emotional depth have made it a fan favorite.

10. The Force Awakens (2015)

• Director: J.J. Abrams
• Synopsis: This film marks the return to the Star Wars universe, introducing new characters and continuing the saga of the Resistance and the First Order. The film’s blend of nostalgia and new elements has made it a critical and commercial success.

Best Sci-Fi TV Series

The past decade has also seen a surge in high-quality sci-fi television series, offering complex narratives and innovative storytelling. Here are some of the best sci-fi TV series from the past 10 years:

1. Westworld (2016-2022)

• Creators: Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy
• Synopsis: Set in a futuristic theme park populated by androids, this series explores themes of consciousness and free will. The intricate plot and high production values have made it a standout in the genre.

2. Stranger Things (2016-2023)

• Creators: The Duffer Brothers
• Synopsis: Set in the 1980s, this series follows a group of friends who uncover supernatural forces and secret government experiments. The nostalgic setting and engaging characters have made it a cultural phenomenon.

3. The Expanse (2015-2023)

• Creators: Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby, Daniel Abraham, Ty Franck, Naren Shankar
• Synopsis: Set in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system, this series follows a detective and a rogue ship’s captain as they investigate a conspiracy. The series is known for its hard sci-fi elements and political intrigue.

4. The Mandalorian (2019-2023)

• Creators: Jon Favreau
• Synopsis: Set in the Star Wars universe, this series follows a lone bounty hunter in the outer reaches of the galaxy. The series has been praised for its visual effects and the introduction of the character Baby Yoda.

5. The Boys (2019-2023)

• Creators: Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen
• Synopsis: This series follows a group of vigilantes who set out to take down corrupt superheroes. The series is known for its dark humor and critique of superhero culture.

6. Dark (2017-2020)

• Creators: Baran bo Odar, Jantje Friese
• Synopsis: Set in a small German town, this series explores the disappearance of two young children and the interconnected lives of four families. The series is known for its complex time travel narrative and emotional depth.

7. The Umbrella Academy (2019-2023)

• Creators: Steve Blackman, Gerard Way, Gabriel Bá
• Synopsis: This series follows a family of former child heroes who must reunite to protect the world. The series is known for its unique characters and blend of action and drama.

8. Andor (2022-2023)

• Creators: Tony Gilroy
• Synopsis: Set in the Star Wars universe, this series follows the formative years of Cassian Andor as he becomes a key figure in the Rebellion. The series is known for its gritty and realistic portrayal of the early stages of the Rebellion.

9. Love, Death + Robots (2019-2023)

• Creators: Tim Miller, David Fincher
• Synopsis: This animated anthology series features a variety of short stories that explore different aspects of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. The series is known for its diverse and imaginative storytelling.

10. The 100 (2014-2021)

• Creators: Jason Rothenberg
• Synopsis: Set 97 years after a nuclear war, this series follows a group of survivors from a space habitat who return to Earth. The series is known for its post-apocalyptic setting and complex character dynamics.

Ratings

Here are the best sci-fi movies and TV series from the past 10 years, including their ratings from popular review aggregators like IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes.

Best Sci-Fi Movies Over the Past 10 Years

Title	Year	Director	IMDb Rating	Rotten Tomatoes	Synopsis
Blade Runner 2049	2017	Denis Villeneuve	8.0	88%	Sequel to the 1982 classic, exploring deeper philosophical questions about identity and existence.
Annihilation	2018	Alex Garland	7.0	89%	Team of scientists ventures into a mysterious and dangerous zone known as “The Shimmer.”
Mad Max: Fury Road	2015	George Miller	8.1	97%	High-octane action thriller set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
Arrival	2016	Denis Villeneuve	7.9	94%	Linguist communicates with extraterrestrial spacecraft.
Ex Machina	2014	Alex Garland	7.7	92%	Programmer administers the Turing test to an advanced humanoid AI.
Inception	2010	Christopher Nolan	8.8	87%	Thief plants an idea into the mind of a CEO through dream-sharing technology.
Her	2013	Spike Jonze	8.0	93%	Relationship between a lonely man and an intelligent operating system.
Gravity	2013	Alfonso Cuarón	7.7	96%	Astronauts stranded in space after their shuttle is destroyed.
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes	2014	Matt Reeves	7.9	91%	Apes and humans struggle for dominance.
The Force Awakens	2015	J.J. Abrams	7.9	92%	Return to the Star Wars universe, introducing new characters and continuing the saga of the Resistance and the First Order.

Best Sci-Fi TV Series Over the Past 10 Years

Title	Year(s)	Creators	IMDb Rating	Rotten Tomatoes	Synopsis
Westworld	2016-2022	Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy	8.6	88% (Season 1)	Futuristic theme park populated by androids; explores themes of consciousness and free will.
Stranger Things	2016-2023	The Duffer Brothers	8.7	95% (Season 1)	Group of friends uncovers supernatural forces and secret government experiments in the 1980s.
The Expanse	2015-2023	Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby, Daniel Abraham, Ty Franck, Naren Shankar	8.5	94% (Season 1)	Future where humanity has colonized the solar system; follows a detective and a rogue ship’s captain.
The Mandalorian	2019-2023	Jon Favreau	8.6	90% (Season 1)	Lone bounty hunter in the outer reaches of the galaxy; introduces Baby Yoda.
The Boys	2019-2023	Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen	8.6	92% (Season 1)	Vigilantes take down corrupt superheroes; dark humor and critique of superhero culture.
Dark	2017-2020	Baran bo Odar, Jantje Friese	8.7	94% (Season 1)	Small German town; explores the disappearance of two young children and