19 Movies to satisfy your curiosity about outer space

Movies about outer space have been a sought-after genre by the viewers. Directors use the huge void of space to create masterpieces that have fascinated many. As space is something that is difficult to experience for the masses, the movies act as a medium conveying the awe and wonder of outer space. In this list, there are about 19 movies to satisfy your curiosity about outer space. Please note that this article is entirely based on the writer's perspective. Reader's discretion is advised.

1)Interstellar

Interstellar, directed by Christopher Nolan is one of the most famous movies about outer space. When Humanity on planet Earth faces extinction a team of astronauts travel through a wormhole near Saturn in search of a new home. The team of astronauts travels to three planets one having massive tidal waves, another where the scientist sabotages the mission, and the last which is suitable for habitat. The movie won several accolades including two Academy Awards.

2) Star Trek

A vengeful Romulan named Nero seeks revenge for the destruction of his homeland. After knowing Nero’s motives, James T. Kirk joins the Starfleet Academy to live up to his father’s legacy and stop Nero from destroying Earth. The movie is filled with action sequences and humor and has received immense appreciation from its viewers. Star Trek has won several awards and nominations including an Academy Award.

3) Gravity

This space thriller transcends the genre and gives a cinematic immersive experience according to the viewers. It tells the story of a medical engineer Dr. Ryan Stone who gets stranded after a catastrophic event destroys her space shuttle. Alone and stranded she must survive with the dwindling oxygen and the constant threat of crashing debris. The movie uses innovative 3D technology to create a sense of weightlessness in the visuals. Gravity is a landmark movie on exploration and outer space.

4) Apollo 13

The movie Apollo 13 tells the true story of the Lunar Mission of 1970. As the crew Jim Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise encounter the catastrophic explosion in their oxygen tank they must survive the numerous challenges and return to Earth safely. The human spirit and resilience that these astronauts portray in the movie have been appraised by the viewers. The movie has won two Academy Awards and has been nominated for several other awards reflecting the movie's immense success.

5) Wall-E

The movie is based on the future when Earth becomes full of debris and uninhabitable, humanity has to escape on a giant spaceship to survive. The spaceship is filled with luxuries and amenities causing the humans to become obese and completely reliant on technology. When EVE a robot from the spaceship visits Earth a unique bond is formed with WALL-E and EVE. The movie serves as a stark warning to prevent pollution and overreliance on technology.

6) 2001: A Space Odyssey

2001: A Space Odyssey directed by Stanley Kubrick explores the evolution of humanity starting from prehistoric times to interstellar travel. The movie starts with the evolution of apes to the 21st Century where astronauts carry out a mission to Jupiter to investigate a similar monolith which propelled the evolution as shown at the beginning of the movie. The movie is thought-provoking and is considered one of the most influential outer space movies by the viewers.

7) Moon

In the movie, Sam Bell works for Lunar Industries on the far side of the Moon. He is eagerly waiting for the end of his term so that he can return to his pregnant wife. However, he starts to suffer from hallucinations and encounters a strange man who says that he is also Sam Bell. In the turn of events, it is discovered that Lunar Industries has been doing some secret operations to exploit Sam. The movie has themes of corporate greed and the psychological impact of isolation.

8) Guardians Of The Galaxy

Guardians Of The Galaxy is totally based on outer space and is enjoyed by viewers. The movie is about Peter Quill an American who is abducted as a child and grows up among thieves. When Quill finds a powerful orb that is coveted by various factions of the galaxy he 0forms an alliance with Gamora, Drax, Groot, and Rocket to survive. The movie is filled with witty banter and humor that is enjoyed by the viewers.

9) The Martian

In the movie The Martian, the protagonist, Mark Watney is left stranded on Mars. His crew leaves him when a dust storm occurs which forces the crew to evacuate. With limited supply and a hostile environment, Watney must survive with his wit and knowledge. He uses his own waste as fertilizers to grow potatoes on the land of Mars. Despite this harsh environment and obstacles Mark does not give up and keeps on surviving. The movie has won several awards including Golden Globe Awards.

10) Armageddon

Armageddon tells the story of Harry Stamper and his mission to save Earth. When a massive asteroid is on a collision course with Earth with only 18 days in hand, NASA recruits a group of hardened deep-sea oil drillers on a mission to destroy the asteroid. Headed by Harry Stamper in this mission their task is to detonate a bomb on it that will split the asteroid in two changing its course away from Earth. The movie is appreciated for its visual effects, action sequences, and nostalgic appeal even though it is scientifically inaccurate.

11) Sunshine 2007

When the Sun is dying in 2057 plunging Earth into darkness, a mission to revive it is planned. The mission is to detonate a bomb on the Sun’s core to revive it. The movie is visually stunning and delves into the themes of survival, the psychological toll of isolation, and sacrifice. The viewers have appreciated the thought-provoking themes of the movie. The movie has received several nominations for its visual effects and cinematography and won the British Independent Film Awards for Best Technical Achievement.

12) High Life 2018

The movie is about a group of death row inmates who are given a chance to commute to a black hole to harvest energy for a science mission. In the movie, Dr. Dibs uses unethical experiments on the crew members. The crew members suffer from the psychological and physical toll of the experiment and the mission as well. High Life is a disturbing movie as mentioned by the viewers that explores dark themes of isolation, violence, and human conditions in the face of the unknown.

13) Arrival

When twelve mysterious space crafts arrive on Earth humanity faces the question of survival. Linguistics professor Louise Banks is recruited as a translator to understand the motive of the extra-terrestrial beings. Through her communication with them, she finds out about the true reasons behind the arrival of the space crafts and is faced with difficult choices. The movie is thought-provoking and delves into the themes of survival, communication, and time.

14) First Man

First Man is a biographical movie about Neil Armstrong and the Apollo 11 mission. Niel Armstrong's personal life along with the tragic loss of his daughter has been depicted in the movie. First Man delves into the intense rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union during the space race focusing on the intense pressure that the astronauts faced. The movie depicts the journey of Apollo 11 and the profound emotional response to the experience of walking on the Moon. The viewers have appreciated the movie's immersive experience.

15) Ad Astra

Ad Astra tells the story of Roy who is an elite astronaut on his journey to protect humanity. When mysterious power surges threaten human civilization Roy is tasked to find the reason behind it. He sets out on a space mission traveling from Earth to Neptune. Through Roy's mission, he understands the psychological toll one has during isolation. This movie is an introspective the exploration of cosmos. The themes of alienation, isolation, and struggle for survival have been explored.

16) Star Wars

Star Wars tells the story of Luke Skywalker who is a farm boy from the planet Tatooine. Luke’s life takes an unexpected turn when he finds two droids with hidden messages from Princess Leia Organa. Luke finds out that Princess Leia seeks help to overthrow the tyrannical Galactic Empire. The movie focuses on the themes of good vs evil, the power of hope, and loyalty. Star Wars is a timeless classic movie and is known for its visual effects and story among its viewers.

17) Hidden Figures

This is a unique movie that tells the true story of African-American women who made crucial contributions during the early space programs of NASA in the 1960s. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson excel in their career at NASA. These women were known as human computers. This is an inspiring movie and has a significant contribution to the space movie genre along with themes of overcoming racism and sexism, the power of education, and breaking barriers according to the viewers.

18) Galaxy Quest

Galaxy Quest is a science fiction movie where a group of actors are abducted by an alien race so that they can help defeat the enemy of the aliens. Initially, they are in disbelief of the situation however eventually they overcome it and channel their courage to help the aliens who have clearly been misguided by their television series. The movie explores the themes of purpose in life, facing fears, and the blurring lines between reality and fiction which the viewers enjoy.

19) War Of The Worlds

When humanity is thrust into a battle of survival when Earth is invaded by aliens Ray Ferrier is pushed into a battle of survival. Ray flees with his son and daughter to escape from the aliens and is faced with numerous challenges. The movie revolves around the themes of survival, the significance of family, and human resilience. The special effects of the movie, the powerful performance by the actors, and the intense and suspenseful story have been appreciated by the viewers.