Aliens In Movies

From Christopher Nolan, starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Mackenzie Foy
Rated PG-13

Interstellar is a 2014 science fiction film directed by Christopher Nolan. The story follows a group of scientists and astronauts as they travel through a newly-discovered wormhole in search of a new home for humanity. The mission is led by former NASA pilot Cooper (Matthew McConaughey) who, along with a team of experts, must find a way to save the human race from extinction. Along the way they encounter dangerous and unexpected challenges that test their courage and determination. In the end, Cooper must make an ultimate sacrifice in order to save the future of mankind.

From Ridley Scott, starring Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, Veronica Cartwright
Rated R

Alien is a science fiction horror film directed by Ridley Scott and released in 1979. The story follows the crew of the commercial space tug Nostromo as they answer a distress call from a mysterious planet. When they explore the planet, one of the crew members, Kane (John Hurt), is attacked by an alien creature and becomes infected. The creature later hatches inside his chest, killing him. The crew then must fight off the creature, which has grown to full-size, while attempting to return to Earth. With the help of their synthetic crew member, Ash (Ian Holm), they eventually manage to kill the alien and escape. However, the alien's deadly spore has been released on the ship, putting the remaining crew at risk.

From James Cameron, starring Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Carrie Henn, Paul Reiser
Rated R

Aliens is a 1986 science fiction action horror film directed by James Cameron. The film is a sequel to the 1979 film Alien and stars Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley. In the film, Ripley is rescued after 57 years in stasis. She immediately joins a team of Colonial Marines who are sent to investigate the planet where her ship crashed. The marines discover a terraformed colony overrun by Alien eggs and face an onslaught of aliens. Ripley discovers the aliens are being bred by a sinister corporation and joins forces with the marines to eliminate the aliens. With the help of a young girl named Newt and a synthetic named Bishop, Ripley must fight her way through the Alien horde to save mankind.

From Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans
Rated PG-13

Avengers: Infinity War is an action-packed 2018 superhero film directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo. In it, the Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice it all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos, who is on a mission to collect all six Infinity Stones in order to use their immense power to bring balance to the universe. The Avengers must join forces with Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther and others in order to stop Thanos and save the universe from his evil plan. The film features an all-star cast that includes Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Chris Evans as Captain America, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk, and many more. This epic movie is full of stunning special effects and thrilling action sequences that are sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

From Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth
Rated PG-13

Avengers: Endgame is a 2019 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Avengers. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, it is the direct sequel to 2018's Avengers: Infinity War, the 22nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and the fourth installment of the Avengers series. The film finds the remaining Avengers—Thor, Black Widow, Captain America, Iron Man, and Bruce Banner—attempting to reverse the effects of Thanos' snap from the previous film, which wiped out half of all living beings in the universe. To do this, the Avengers travel back in time to retrieve the Infinity Stones, the powerful objects Thanos used to erase half of all life in the universe. Along the way, they must also confront Thanos himself, who has returned to reclaim the stones. The film was met with critical acclaim, with praise directed at its emotional story, visual effects, action sequences, musical score, and the performances of the cast. It was the No. 1 film of 2019 in the United States and the highest-grossing film of all time and the first movie to gross $2 billion worldwide.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter
Rated G

2001: A Space Odyssey is a science fiction masterpiece by Stanley Kubrick which follows the journey of a group of astronauts through space. The film begins with an ancient ape discovering the use of tools, and then transitions to the future, showing humanity's journey into outer space when a mysterious monolith is discovered on the moon. From there, the astronauts are sent on a mission to Jupiter to investigate the monolith and its potential origin. Along the way, they face a series of mysterious and dangerous challenges, but are ultimately met with a shocking revelation. The film is an exploration of the evolution of technology and humanity, as well as a meditation on the power of artificial intelligence.

From John Carpenter, starring Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, Keith David, Richard Masur
Rated R

The Thing is a 1982 science fiction horror film directed by John Carpenter. The film follows an isolated group of scientists in Antarctica as they are confronted by a parasitic alien life-form that can assume the appearance of any living thing it absorbs. The group soon discovers that the alien has the ability to replicate humans, and the situation quickly deteriorates into chaos as paranoia and fear spread among the group. As they attempt to fight off the alien and make it to safety, they soon find themselves in a desperate battle for survival against an enemy they can't even identify.

From Joss Whedon, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner
Rated PG-13

The Avengers is a 2012 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. Directed by Joss Whedon and produced by Marvel Studios, the film is the sixth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film features an ensemble cast including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeremy Renner as the titular Avengers team, alongside Tom Hiddleston, Clark Gregg, Cobie Smulders, Stellan Skarsgård, and Samuel L. Jackson. In the film, Nick Fury, the director of the spy agency S.H.I.E.L.D., recruits Tony Stark, Steve Rogers, Bruce Banner, Thor, and Natasha Romanoff to form a team that must stop Thor's adoptive brother Loki from subjugating Earth. The team must also battle the villains and their armies that Loki has enlisted to help him. As the team comes together, they realize that they must work together if they are to protect Earth from Loki and his allies. After a series of intense battles, the Avengers ultimately succeed in defeating Loki and his allies and saving the planet. In the aftermath, the team members become closer and

From James Gunn, starring Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana
Rated PG-13

Guardians of the Galaxy is an action-packed, sci-fi adventure set in a far-away corner of the Marvel universe. When a powerful artifact known as the Orb is stolen, a motley crew of misfits is formed to track it down and keep it out of the hands of a villainous faction led by Ronan the Accuser. The crew, dubbed the "Guardians of the Galaxy," is made up of Peter Quill, a half-human, half-alien scavenger; Gamora, a deadly assassin; Rocket, a genetically-modified raccoon; Groot, a tree-like warrior; and Drax, a fierce warrior. Together, these unlikely heroes must traverse the galaxy, fighting off threats and learning about themselves as they go, in order to save the universe from Ronan and his powerful allies.

From Taika Waititi, starring Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett, Mark Ruffalo
Rated PG-13

Thor: Ragnarok is a 2017 Marvel Studios superhero film directed by Taika Waititi. It is the third installment in the Thor film series, following Thor (2011) and Thor: The Dark World (2013). In Thor: Ragnarok, Thor must race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home world Asgard and the Asgardian civilization. Thor's quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent Ragnarok—the destruction of Asgard and the end of Asgardian civilization—at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela. Along the way, Thor is aided by his loyal brother Loki, new allies such as the Hulk and Valkyrie, and the strength of his hammer, Mjölnir. Together, the team must fight to stop Hela and save Asgard before it's too late.

From Doug Liman, starring Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, Bill Paxton, Brendan Gleeson
Rated PG-13

Edge of Tomorrow is an action-packed science fiction film directed by Doug Liman and starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt. The film follows Major William Cage (Cruise), an officer who is sent to the front lines of a war against an alien race known as the Mimics. Cage is killed in battle and is suddenly thrown into a time loop, forcing him to relive the same day again and again. With the help of Special Forces warrior Rita Vrataski (Blunt), Cage must use the knowledge he gains each day to become a better soldier and work his way through the loop, with the ultimate goal of finding a way to defeat the aliens and end the war.

From Neill Blomkamp, starring Sharlto Copley, David James, Jason Cope, Nathalie Boltt
Rated R

District 9 is a science fiction action film directed by Neill Blomkamp and produced by Peter Jackson. The story follows an extraterrestrial race of aliens, forced to live in slum-like conditions on Earth, as they slowly begin to dwindle in numbers, victims of an alien disease. An agent from the Multi-National United (MNU) is in charge of relocating the aliens to another district, but soon discovers a sinister agenda behind the relocation process. As the aliens fight for their right to remain in their home, the agent finds himself becoming more and more sympathetic to the alien cause. With stunning visuals and a fast-paced story, District 9 is a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of otherness, identity and prejudice.

From John McTiernan, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, Kevin Peter Hall, Elpidia Carrillo
Rated R

Predator is a 1987 sci-fi/action film directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The story follows a team of elite U.S. commandos sent to rescue hostages from a guerrilla-held area in Central America. However, unbeknownst to the team, they are being stalked by an extraterrestrial warrior who has come to hunt them for sport. As the team is slowly picked off one by one, the sole survivor, Dutch (Schwarzenegger), must outwit the seemingly invincible creature in a thrilling battle of wits and strength.

From Luc Besson, starring Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman, Ian Holm
Rated PG-13

The Fifth Element is a 1997 science fiction action film directed by Luc Besson and starring Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman, and Ian Holm. The story takes place in the 23rd century, when a mysterious and powerful weapon known as the Fifth Element is needed to save the world. A former special forces major turned cab driver, Korben Dallas (Willis), discovers that the weapon is a woman, Leeloo (Jovovich). With the help of an eccentric priest, Father Vito Cornelius (Oldman), and a brilliant scientist, Professor Hubertus Durand (Holm), Korben and Leeloo team up to stop the evil industrialist Zorg (Oldman) and his alien henchmen, who are trying to release a destructive force known as the Great Evil. With the help of an alien operatic diva, and a team of mercenaries, Korben and Leeloo must find the four elemental stones and use them to activate the Fifth Element, the only thing powerful enough to stop the Great Evil and save the world.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Richard Dreyfuss, François Truffaut, Teri Garr, Melinda Dillon
Rated PG

Close Encounters of the Third Kind follows the story of Roy Neary, a power line worker, after he experiences a close encounter with a UFO. Along with other witnesses from around the world, Roy is compelled to travel to a remote location in Wyoming, where he discovers a massive alien spaceship. Roy is then taken on board the ship and has a close encounter with the aliens. Meanwhile, a scientist, Claude Lacombe, has been trying to make contact with the aliens, and the two eventually join forces to help the aliens return to their home planet. The film explores themes of hope, faith, and the possibility of a better world with the help of extra-terrestrial life. In the end, Roy and Lacombe are able to help the aliens achieve contact with Earth, and Roy is able to reunite with his family.

From Alex Proyas, starring Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly, William Hurt
Rated R

Dark City is a 1998 science fiction film directed by Alex Proyas and starring Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly, and William Hurt. Set in a dystopian future, the film follows a man named John Murdoch, who discovers he is at the center of a twisted experiment that threatens humanity's future. As John is hunted by a group of mysterious creatures known as the Strangers, he must uncover the secrets of the dark city and the dark forces that inhabit it in order to save not only himself, but all of mankind. With its unique blend of film noir and sci-fi, Dark City is a visually stunning, thought-provoking thriller that will keep viewers guessing until the very end.

From James Gunn, starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel
Rated PG-13

"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" is a 2017 science fiction action film written and directed by James Gunn. It is the sequel to 2014's "Guardians of the Galaxy" and the fifteenth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film follows the Guardians of the Galaxy as they battle to keep their newfound family together while traversing the outer reaches of the cosmos. The film features the return of its original cast, as well as new characters, including Ego, the living planet, played by Kurt Russell. The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill's true parentage. Along the way, old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes' aid as the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand.

From James Cameron, starring Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester
Rated PG-13

The Abyss is a 1989 science fiction film directed by James Cameron. It is set in the near future, when a U.S. nuclear submarine is damaged and stranded at the bottom of the ocean after a collision with an unidentified object. With time running out, the Navy dispatches a team of deep-sea divers to repair the vessel. However, their mission quickly takes an unexpected turn when they discover a mysterious undersea alien civilization. The team must battle the odds and the elements as they attempt to uncover the secrets of the enigmatic abyss and save the submarine from certain destruction.

From Robert Zemeckis, starring Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt
Rated PG

Contact is a science fiction drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Jodie Foster as Dr. Eleanor "Ellie" Arroway, a scientist searching for extraterrestrial life. After years of searching, Arroway finally receives a signal from a distant star system containing an encrypted message from an alien civilization. The message offers a chance to make first contact with an extraterrestrial intelligence. Along the way she must fight a battle between the scientific and religious forces of the world. In the end, Arroway discovers a deeper truth about the universe and her place in it.

From Fred M. Wilcox, starring Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis, Leslie Nielsen, Warren Stevens
Rated G

Forbidden Planet is an iconic science fiction film released in 1956, starring Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis, and Leslie Nielsen. Directed by Fred M. Wilcox, the film is set in the 23rd century and follows Commander John J. Adams and his crew as they journey to the distant planet Altair IV to investigate the fate of a missing scientist. Upon their arrival, they discover a civilization of technological wonders, led by the mysterious Doctor Morbius and his beautiful daughter, Altaira. As they explore the planet, they encounter the Krell, a powerful race of aliens who lived on the planet centuries ago and left behind a mysterious machine. They soon realize the Krell's machine is far more powerful and dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The crew must now uncover the secrets of the mysterious Krell and the power of their machine before it destroys them all. With an iconic score from Bebe and Louis Barron, Forbidden Planet is a classic science fiction adventure that continues to resonate with audiences today.

From John Krasinski, starring Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe
Rated PG-13

A Quiet Place is a 2018 horror film directed by John Krasinski and starring himself, Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where most of humanity has been wiped out by creatures that hunt by sound. A family of four must learn to survive in complete silence, with any sound potentially triggering the creatures. The family must find ways to communicate and survive without making any noise, all while struggling to keep a dark secret that could endanger their own survival.

From Philip Kaufman, starring Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Jeff Goldblum, Veronica Cartwright
Rated PG

From Directors: Iain Forsyth, Jane Pollard, starring Nick Cave, Susie Bick, Warren Ellis, Darian Leader
Rated Not Rated

From Joss Whedon, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth
Rated PG-13

From Barry Sonnenfeld, starring Tommy Lee Jones, Will Smith, Linda Fiorentino, Vincent D'Onofrio
Rated PG-13