20 Best Sci-Fi Movies on Max 2026
Find 20 must-watch sci-fi picks on Max, from Dune: Part One and Spider-Verse to War of the Worlds, Superman, and more new favorites.
If you’re hunting for the best sci-fi movies on Max, this list gives you a fast track to the good stuff without wasting time scrolling. You’ll find big-screen spectacle like Dune: Part One, War of the Worlds, and Superman, plus animated standouts such as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The lineup also mixes in cult favorites and newer picks, from A Clockwork Orange to Undertone and the upcoming Mortal Kombat II and The Bride! Whether you want action, adventure, fantasy, or mind-bending sci-fi, these films cover a wide range of moods. With 20 titles on the page, it’s a handy guide for deciding what to watch next.
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The Substance
drama · horror · sci-fi
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
Directed by Coralie FargeatCast Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Edward Hamilton-Clark, Gore AbramsMax -
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Dune: Part One
action · adventure · drama · sci-fi
Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.
Directed by Denis VilleneuveCast Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Jason Momoa, Stellan SkarsgårdMax -
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Mortal Kombat II
action · adventure · fantasy · sci-fi
The fan favorite champions—now joined by Johnny Cage himself—are pitted against one another in the ultimate, no-holds barred, gory battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders.
Directed by Simon McQuoidCast Adeline Rudolph, Karl Urban, Martyn Ford, Tati Gabrielle, Jessica McNameeMax -
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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy · sci-fi
After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most.
Directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, Justin K. ThompsonCast Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Velez, Jake JohnsonDisney PlusMax -
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2001: A Space Odyssey
adventure · sci-fi
Humanity finds a mysterious object buried beneath the lunar surface and sets off to find its origins with the help of HAL 9000, the world's most advanced super computer.
Directed by Stanley KubrickCast Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter, Leonard RossiterMax -
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Dune: Part Two
action · adventure · drama · sci-fi
Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Directed by Denis VilleneuveCast Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh BrolinMax -
07
Mickey 17
adventure · comedy · fantasy · sci-fi
Unlikely hero Mickey Barnes finds himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.
Directed by Bong Joon HoCast Robert Pattinson, Steven Yeun, Michael Monroe, Patsy Ferran, Cameron BrittonMax -
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The Bride!
drama · horror · romance · sci-fi
A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride is born. But what ensues is beyond what either of them imagined.
Directed by Maggie GyllenhaalCast Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Annette Bening, Penélope Cruz, Peter SarsgaardMax -
09
Companion
sci-fi · thriller
During a weekend getaway at a secluded lakeside estate, a group of friends finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and advanced technology. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, they uncover unsettling truths about themselves and the world around them.
Directed by Drew HancockCast Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey GuillénMax -
10
Undertone
horror · sci-fi · thriller
The host of a popular paranormal podcast becomes haunted by terrifying recordings mysteriously sent her way.
Directed by Ian TuasonCast Nina Kiri, Adam DiMarco, Michèle Duquet, Keana Lyn Bastidas, Jeff YungMax -
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Ready Player One
action & adventure · science-fiction
When the creator of a popular video game system dies, a virtual contest is created to compete for his fortune.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe, T.J. MillerMax -
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War of the Worlds
action · adventure · sci-fi
Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Miranda Otto, Justin Chatwin, Tim RobbinsApple TV PlusParamount PlusMax -
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Superman
action · adventure · sci-fi
Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.
Directed by James GunnCast David Corenswet, Alan Tudyk, Grace Chan, Bradley Cooper, Angela SarafyanAmazon Prime VideoMax -
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A Clockwork Orange
crime · science-fiction
In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a commodity, can Alex change his tune?
Directed by Stanley KubrickCast Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee, Michael Bates, Warren Clarke, John CliveMax -
15
Greenland 2: Migration
action · adventure · sci-fi · thriller
The surviving Garrity family must leave the safety of the Greenland bunker and embark on a perilous journey across the decimated frozen wasteland of Europe to find a new home.
Directed by Ric Roman WaughCast Gerard Butler, Morena Baccarin, Tommie Earl Jenkins, Trond Fausa, Amber Rose RevahMax -
16
Despicable Me
animation · adventure · comedy · crime · family · sci-fi
Villainous Gru lives up to his reputation as a despicable, deplorable and downright unlikable guy when he hatches a plan to steal the moon from the sky. But he has a tough time staying on task after three orphans land in his care.
Directed by Pierre Coffin, Chris RenaudCast Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Russell Brand, Julie Andrews, Will ArnettMax -
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Green Lantern
action · adventure · sci-fi
For centuries, a small but powerful force of warriors called the Green Lantern Corps has sworn to keep intergalactic order. Each Green Lantern wears a ring that grants him superpowers. But when a new enemy called Parallax threatens to destroy the balance of power in the Universe, their fate and the fate of Earth lie in the hands of the first human ever recruited.
Directed by Martin CampbellCast Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Peter Sarsgaard, Mark Strong, Tim RobbinsMax -
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Mortal Kombat
action · adventure · fantasy · sci-fi · thriller
Washed-up MMA fighter Cole Young, unaware of his heritage, and hunted by Emperor Shang Tsung's best warrior, Sub-Zero, seeks out and trains with Earth's greatest champions as he prepares to stand against the enemies of Outworld in a high stakes battle for the universe.
Directed by Simon McQuoidCast Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Joe Taslim, Mehcad BrooksMax -
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Enter Nowhere
mystery · sci-fi · thriller
Three strangers arrive one by one to a mysterious cabin in the middle of nowhere after enduring separate life-altering predicaments. Searching for a way out of the woods, frustrated, hungry and battling to stay warm they discover their mysterious connection and realize what they have to do in order to get out of the woods alive.
Directed by Jack HellerCast Katherine Waterston, Scott Eastwood, Sara Paxton, Shaun Sipos, Christopher DenhamMax -
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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
action · adventure · sci-fi
As the world falls, young Furiosa is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers into the hands of a great biker horde led by the warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the wasteland, they encounter the citadel presided over by Immortan Joe. The two tyrants wage war for dominance, and Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home.
Directed by George MillerCast Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, Alyla Browne, George ShevtsovMax
Wrapping Up
This collection brings together crowd-pleasing blockbusters, inventive animation, and darker classics so you can find a sci-fi movie that fits your mood. From iconic favorites like Dune: Part One and A Clockwork Orange to newer releases and future additions, the page is built to make choosing easier. Bookmark it if you want a quick reference for your next movie night, and check back whenever you need fresh options. The list is updated regularly, so it stays useful as the Max library changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need a Max subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Max. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026