15 Space Movies That are not Flawless but Still Worthy of Being Watched

1. Life 2017，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 257504, ID: 5442430
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Life (2017) is a tense sci-fi thriller that explores the discovery of extraterrestrial life on Mars. The film’s depiction of a rapidly evolving alien life form is thrilling but scientifically dubious. Despite its reliance on familiar sci-fi tropes, the film’s strong performances, intense atmosphere, and shocking ending make it an entertaining watch.
2. The Black Hole 1979，IMDB Rating: 5.9, IMDB Votes: 28299, ID: 0078869
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The Black Hole (1979) is a Disney sci-fi adventure that explores the mysteries of a black hole. While the film’s special effects were groundbreaking for its time, it falls short in its scientific portrayal of black holes. The idea of a visible, revolving black hole and the melodramatic storyline detract from the film’s potential. However, its nostalgic charm and ambitious visuals make it a fun watch.
3. Event Horizon 1997，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 199298, ID: 0119081
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Event Horizon (1997) is a chilling sci-fi horror that delves into the unknown horrors of space. The film’s depiction of a spaceship creating a black hole for faster travel is intriguing but scientifically implausible. Despite its scientific flaws, the film’s eerie atmosphere, strong performances, and terrifying visuals make it a memorable space horror.
4. Europa Report 2013，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 76068, ID: 2051879
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Europa Report (2013) is a found-footage sci-fi thriller that follows a mission to Jupiter’s moon, Europa. The film’s commitment to scientific realism is commendable, but it still falls into some common space movie pitfalls, such as the over-dramatization of space travel. Nevertheless, its suspenseful narrative and realistic portrayal of space exploration make it a standout in the genre.
5. Sunshine 2007，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 269763, ID: 0448134
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Sunshine (2007) is a visually stunning sci-fi thriller that takes us on a mission to reignite the dying sun. While the film excels in its breathtaking visuals and intense atmosphere, it falters in its scientific accuracy. The concept of a dying sun within 50 years and the idea of ‘infecting’ it with a Q-ball are far-fetched. Despite these inaccuracies, the film’s strong performances and gripping narrative make it an engaging watch.
6. Passengers 2016，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 453935, ID: 1355644
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Passengers (2016) presents a visually stunning journey through space, but it stumbles with scientific inaccuracies. The film’s depiction of space travel, particularly the idea of a spaceship malfunction causing only two passengers to wake up, is far-fetched. Despite the strong performances by Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence, the movie’s romantic subplot overshadows the potential for a deeper exploration of space’s isolation and dangers. The film’s portrayal of space as a silent, empty void is accurate, but the lack of realism in other aspects detracts from the overall experience.
7. The Cloverfield Paradox 2018，IMDB Rating: 5.5, IMDB Votes: 114000, ID: 2548396
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The Cloverfield Paradox (2018) attempts to blend sci-fi and horror but falls short due to its scientific inaccuracies. The film’s premise of a particle accelerator causing a rift in space-time is intriguing but poorly executed. The movie’s depiction of space travel and the effects of zero gravity are often exaggerated and unrealistic. Despite a strong cast, including Gugu Mbatha-Raw and David Oyelowo, the film’s convoluted plot and lack of scientific accuracy make it a disappointing addition to the Cloverfield franchise.
8. Prometheus 2012，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 649564, ID: 1446714
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Prometheus (2012) is a visually stunning film that raises intriguing questions about the origins of human life. However, its scientific inaccuracies, particularly regarding space travel and alien biology, detract from the overall experience. The film’s depiction of a distant moon with breathable atmosphere and advanced alien technology is far-fetched. Despite strong performances by Noomi Rapace and Michael Fassbender, the movie’s lack of scientific accuracy and unresolved plot points make it a frustrating watch.
9. Solaris 2002，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 86622, ID: 0307479
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Solaris (2002) is a thought-provoking film that explores the psychological effects of space travel. However, its depiction of a planet that can read minds and create physical manifestations of memories is scientifically implausible. The film’s slow pace and ambiguous narrative may not appeal to everyone, but George Clooney’s performance and the movie’s philosophical themes make it a compelling watch. Despite its scientific inaccuracies, Solaris offers a unique and introspective take on space exploration.
10. Moon 2009，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 378791, ID: 1182345
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Moon (2009) is a compelling sci-fi film that delves into the psychological effects of isolation in space. The movie’s depiction of a lone astronaut on a lunar base is both realistic and emotionally engaging. However, the film’s premise of cloning and memory implantation stretches scientific credibility. Sam Rockwell’s outstanding performance and the film’s thought-provoking themes make it a standout in the genre, despite its scientific inaccuracies.
11. Contact 1997，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 295661, ID: 0118884
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Contact is a thought-provoking film that delves into the intersection of science, politics, and faith. However, it falls into the common trap of depicting sound in space, which is scientifically inaccurate. Despite this, Jodie Foster’s performance as Dr. Ellie Arroway is compelling, and the film’s exploration of extraterrestrial intelligence is both ambitious and engaging.
12. The Andromeda Strain 1971，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 40912, ID: 0066769
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The Andromeda Strain is a gripping sci-fi thriller that excels in its portrayal of a deadly extraterrestrial microorganism. However, it inaccurately depicts the ease with which humans can interact with alien life forms. The film’s meticulous attention to detail and suspenseful narrative make it a classic, despite its scientific inaccuracies.
13. Silent Running 1972，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 31767, ID: 0067756
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Silent Running is a visually stunning film that explores environmental themes through the story of a lone botanist in space. However, it falls short in its depiction of space travel, particularly the unrealistic portrayal of sound and gravity. Bruce Dern’s performance is heartfelt, and the film’s message about preserving nature is poignant.
14. Outland 1981，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 32693, ID: 0082869
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Outland is a thrilling space western that combines elements of sci-fi and crime drama. While it effectively creates a tense atmosphere, it inaccurately portrays space as having sound and gravity similar to Earth. Sean Connery’s performance as the determined marshal is captivating, and the film’s unique setting adds to its appeal.
15. First Man 2018，IMDB Rating: 7.3, IMDB Votes: 203893, ID: 1213641
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First Man is a visually stunning film that captures the intensity of space travel, but it falls short in its scientific accuracy. The movie portrays space as a chaotic and noisy environment, which is far from the silent vacuum it truly is. Despite this, Ryan Gosling’s performance as Neil Armstrong is compelling, and the emotional depth of the story is undeniable. However, the film’s inaccuracies about space detract from its overall impact.