Netflix's catalog of sci-fi films includes platform originals like 'Bird Box,' as well as indie cult classics like 'Donnie Darko,' and blockbusters like 'The Terminator.'

In 2011, author Andy Weir took a bet on himself and self-published his debut novel, The Martian, online. The book subsequently became a bestseller, which was in turn adapted as a film by director Ridley Scott in 2015.

If you're like me, you likely stare at your Prime Video home screen for a long time, unsure what to watch next. With so many options, half the battle is choosing the right film to satisfy your immediate need for entertainment.

io9 picks its favorite genre movies of the year, including 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 'Superman,' 'Bugonia,' and more. It’s that time of the year again. The time of year when we look at all of the movies we watched over the past 12 months and pick the best of the best. Welcome to the best sci-fi, fantasy, and horror movies of 2025.

The year 2025 didn't deliver many financially successful sci‑fi films, but that doesn't mean it lacked standout releases. Add these titles to your list.