The Best Sci-Fi Movies of 2019

Jason Bancroft
Updated January 12, 2022 8.8K votes 2.4K voters 47.1K views
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As sci-fi movies of 2019 are released, it seems like 2019 will be a great year for the genre. Some of the best sci-fi movies this year involve intriguing concepts like Captive State, high-profile actors like Captain Marvel, and impressive storylines like Alita: Battle Angel. What are the best sci-fi movies this year? Vote on this list of 2019 sci-fi movies and help decide the top science fiction movie for this year. 

What are some of the best sci-fi movies of 2019? Some early releases include Replicas starring Keanu Reeves and IO from Netflix. Also on this list is Marvel's superhero movie Captain Marvel, which features sci-fi elements. Other new sci-fi movies of 2019 include Pokémon Detective Pikachu and Alita: Battle Angel. 

Which of these 2019 science fiction films do you think are best? Cast your vote below, and feel free to add anything you feel is missing. Then check out our ist of the best sci fi thriller movies.

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  • Alita: Battle Angel
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    Alita: Battle Angel

    Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz, Keean Johnson
    514 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Robert Rodriguez
    In the visually stunning cyberpunk world of Alita: Battle Angel, a compassionate doctor, Dr. Dyson Ido (Christoph Waltz), salvages a discarded cyborg core, Alita (Rosa Salazar). Amidst the scrapyard metropolis of Iron City, he rebuilds her into a new body and she awakens with no memory of her past. As Alita learns to navigate her new life and the treacherous streets of Iron City, she discovers latent fighting skills that hint at a dark history. Meanwhile, shadowy figures from behind-the-scenes steer her towards an uncertain future. This action-packed film is layered with intrigue and mystery, as it takes the audience on an unforgettable journey through memory, identity, and redemption.

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  • Avengers: Endgame
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    Avengers: Endgame

    Robert Downey, Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo
    300 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
    In the epic conclusion to Marvel's 22-film saga, Avengers: Endgame sees our heroes, Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), Captain America (Chris Evans), Thor (Chris Hemsworth), and the rest of the surviving Avengers, grappling with the aftermath of Thanos's (Josh Brolin) devastating snap. Struggling against despair, they hatch a risky plan to reverse the damage and restore their fallen comrades. This superhero adventure, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, is an ambitious spectacle of narrative complexity and visual effects wizardry. It garnered both critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time.

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  • Spider-Man: Far From Home
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    Spider-Man: Far From Home

    Tom Holland, Samuel L. Jackson, Jake Gyllenhaal
    177 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Jon Watts
    In the action-packed sequel, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Peter Parker (Tom Holland) grapples with the aftermath of Avengers: Endgame. He embarks on a European school trip, hoping for a break from his superhero duties. But when Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) interrupts his vacation with an urgent mission, Spider-Man must confront new threats in a world forever changed. Alongside him is the enigmatic Quentin Beck, aka Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal), who claims to hail from another dimension. This film received critical acclaim for its intriguing plot and impressive visual effects.

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  • I Am Mother
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    I Am Mother

    Hilary Swank, Clara Rugaard, Rose Byrne
    218 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Grant Sputore
    A teenage girl is raised by a robot designed to repopulate Earth. Their bond is tested when a stranger arrives with alarming news.

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  • Detective Pikachu
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    Detective Pikachu

    Ryan Reynolds, Justice Jesse Smith, Kathryn Newton
    175 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Rob Letterman
    In the heart of Ryme City, a metropolis brimming with human-Pokemon harmony, Tim Goodman (Justice Smith) stumbles upon Detective Pikachu (voiced by Ryan Reynolds). Plagued by amnesia but endowed with a peculiar gift - comprehensible human speech, Pikachu is an enigma wrapped in a fuzzy yellow exterior. Together they embark on a thrilling quest to unravel the mystery behind Tim's father's disappearance following a car crash. As this dynamic duo delve into clues and confront villainous Pokemon, they uncover a plot that could shatter the peaceful coexistence of the Pokemon universe. A blend of comedy, adventure, and mystery, this film offers an engaging ride for fans and newcomers alike.

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  • The Wandering Earth
    6
    When the sun dies out, the people of Earth build giant thrusters to move the planet out of orbit and sail to a new star system. After 2,500 years, young people continue the fight for everyone's survival.

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