Great sci-fi movies have the power to take you to another world and even make you consider more of what the universe is capable of. There are countless classic entries into the genre, from visual stunners like Blade Runner and The Matrix to beloved adventure films like Back to the Future. If those are the only science-fiction movies you've seen, you might be missing out on some incredible films.
As sci-fi movies can be overlooked by audiences who aren't already devout fans of the genre, we've rounded up a handful of movies beyond the iconic titles worth watching. These films are underrated and misunderstood upon their release and later reappraised, as well as incorporating elements from other genres, like action, horror, comedy, and romance. From niche '80s movies you haven't heard of to captivating stories set in space to time travel narratives and beyond, these are 32 movies to watch if you like sci-fi.
