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Coherence (2013)
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Some of the best indie sci-fi gems out there can be found on Prime Video, it just takes a little digging. And 2013’s Coherence isn’t the only worthwhile sci-fi viewing. There is a ton of great sci-fi films banking up on the streamer, from Prime Video Originals to the old reliable classics.
Scroll down for the best sci-fi movies to watch on Prime Video.
Coherence (2013)
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Oscilloscope Laboratories
Coherence doesn’t need an Avatar-size budget to craft a compelling story. The low-budget indie film follows friends at a dinner party who start noticing bizarre occurrences after a comet passes. Even more unsettling because of its grounded setting, Coherence nails the brief of true indie gem.
The Terminator (1984)
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Not much needs to be said about the first in The Terminator franchise. Apparently born of a fever dream, James Cameron crafted the story of a cyborg assassin sent from the future to kill Sarah Conor, whose unborn son is destined to save mankind from the robot apocalypse.
Robocop (1987)
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Haven’t seen RoboCop yet? The ’80s classic has been referenced in everything from Ready Player One to Community to Sailor Moon. It centers on a police officer who’s brutally murdered, only to come back as a cyborg on a crime stopping rampage.
Predator (1987)
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20th Century Fox
It seems movies starring Arnold Schwarzenegger are a feature on this list. A classic action flick, Predator follows an elite paramilitary rescue team stalked by a technologically advanced alien.
The Fly (1986)
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20th Century Fox
You could go on an ’80s classics binge with the amount of iconic movies on Prime Video. Perhaps surprisingly, The Fly is a remake of the 1958 film of the same name, just with added gore and Jeff Goldblum. The David Cronenberg film has become a classic of its own.
The Tomorrow War (2021)
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It’s hard to leave The Tomorrow War off this list, because it’s Prime Video’s big sci-fi actioner starring Chris Pratt. It follows a school teacher whose drafted into a war with aliens — in the future. An easily digestible flick that you can watch while looking at your phone.
Vivarium (2019)
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Vivarium is an interesting one. It might frustrate a lot of viewers with its surreal aspects, but it’s still a compelling film. A young couple become trapped in a labyrinthine suburban neighborhood of identical houses. While trying to escape, they find themselves taking care of a mysterious baby.
The City of Lost Children (1995)
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Before Amélie, Jean-Pierre Jeunet brought his flair and visual stylings to a sci-fi fantasy (co-directed by Marc Caro). The City of Lost Children follows an evil scientist who kidnaps children, thinking their dreams are the key to prevent ageing.
Judge Dredd (2012)
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Rebellion
Alex Garland fans will be familiar with Judge Dredd. One of the earlier films that came from the sci-fi auteur’s pen (based on a comic), the sci-fi actioner follows the eponymous judge, who covers everything from jury to executioner. In a dystopic metropolis, Dredd and his apprentice attempt to bring down drug lord Ma-Ma, played by Lena Headey.
The Vast of Night (2019)
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Amazon Studios
Here’s another cool indie sci-fi to put on your radar. The Vast of Night ticks a lot of boxes for a film on a budget. Surprisingly high production values, impressive performances and inventive camerawork help tell the story of two teenagers in ’50s New Mexico who chase down the potentially extraterrestrial origins of a mysterious audio frequency.
Black Box (2020)
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For those missing Black Mirror, this will go some way to filling that gap. Black Box follows a father who tries to piece his life back together after a car accident. He agrees to an experimental procedure that leads him to the darkest recesses of his mind.