Throughout 2024, the realm of cinema witnessed the continued dominance of science fiction. Blockbusters such as Dune: Part Two and Deadpool & Wolverine achieved remarkable success, opening up new avenues for sci-fi movies in Hollywood. This year has seen the premiere of several modern classics, setting the stage for future sequels and spinoffs. As we enter the new year, here are the seven best sci-fi movies that deserve recognition.

Unveiling the Epics of 2024's Sci-Fi Cinema

7. A Quiet Place: Day One

Paramount / Paramount presented a prequel that offered a grand vision of civilization's fall at the hands of alien invaders. While it added to the franchise, it also stood on its own as an incredibly frightening yet beautiful horror adventure. Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn took center stage, taking the story away from the Abbott Family and creating a terrifying trip through the Big Apple.This movie not only explored human nature but also left audiences on the edge of their seats with its intense moments. It showed that a prequel can have its own unique charm and impact.

6. Deadpool & Wolverine

Marvel Studios / Marvel Studios brought together the Merc with a Mouth (Ryan Reynolds) and Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) in an unforgettable adventure. This ultra-meta superhero comedy was well aware of the fan service it provided but still managed to present an exciting, hilarious, and heartful tale.Although Logan concluded Hugh Jackman's character's story, this movie gave fans the Wolverine they had been waiting for. It effectively wrapped up Wade and Logan's story on a high note, leaving room for a potential sequel.

5. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Director Wes Ball's sequel to the Planet of the Apes franchise took audiences on an epic, sprawling adventure through a post-apocalyptic Earth. Noa (Owen Teague) and Proxima Caesar (Kevin Durand) established themselves as top-tier characters, setting the stage for a new trilogy.The movie presented a profound story about religion, race relations, and human nature, harking back to the original film while presenting a fresh and enjoyable tale. It showcased the complexity of the characters and the world they inhabited.

4. Alien: Romulus

Murray Close / 20th Century Studios reinvigorated the Alien franchise with this "inbetweenquel." Set in space, it presented a traditional slasher story as a group of young misfits encountered the Xenomorph.Although it went a bit overboard with fan service, it generated a tremendous amount of awe and dread through its practical effects, stellar visuals, and unnerving atmosphere. Cailee Spaeny emerged as the new Scream Queen, fighting her way through the alien hive to protect her loved ones.

3. The Wild Robot

DreamWorks Animation / DreamWorks Animation followed a robot (Lupita Nyong’o) stranded on an island and her journey to survive and support the animals around her. This movie became a critical and commercial hit, raising the bar for animated films.Released at a time when AI was a growing concern, it presented a heartwarming tale of a machine learning to love and gain independence. It showed the power of empathy and the beauty of nature.

2. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Warner Bros. brought fans back to the Wasteland with this origin film about Imperator Furiosa (Anya Taylor-Joy). Despite some shortcomings in its score and visual effects, it remained a beautiful and heart-pounding race through Furiosa's brutal life.The movie showcased her fight for survival and vengeance, establishing itself as a superior action movie classic. Although it didn't perform well at the box office like its predecessor, it will be remembered in cinema history.

1. Dune: Part Two

Warner Bros. Pictures / Warner Bros. Pictures adapted the second half of Frank Herbert's epic sci-fi novel, presenting a dark and emotional sequel. With glorious cinematography by Grieg Fraser, a star-studded cast including Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, and Christopher Walken, immersive special effects, and a powerful score by Hans Zimmer, it was a visual and emotional triumph.This movie modernized the source material, hammering home its themes and breathing new life into the characters. It established itself as one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time, taking its place alongside the classics.