2025 Sci-Fi Releases: Must-Watch Films and TV Shows

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — As 2025 unfolds, a wave of highly anticipated sci-fi films and TV shows is set to captivate audiences worldwide. From epic space operas to post-apocalyptic thrillers, this yearu2019s lineup promises to deliver groundbreaking storytelling and visual spectacle.

Denis Villeneuveu2019s two-part adaptation of Dune continues to dominate the sci-fi landscape. Starring Timothu00e9e Chalamet and Zendaya, the film explores the journey of Paul Atreides, a noble scion navigating political intrigue and environmental extremes on the desert planet of Arrakis. u201cThe filmu2019s rendition of the desert planet, the native Fremen, and the colossal sandworms are spectacular,u201d said critic Toussaint Egan.

Another standout is Bong Joon-hou2019s Snowpiercer, a 2013 sci-fi action film that remains relevant today. The movie, starring Chris Evans and Song Kang-ho, follows a rebellion aboard a perpetually moving train that houses the remnants of humanity. u201cThe class metaphor may not be subtle, but itu2019s wielded like a sledgehammer, creating one of the angriest and most interesting hidden gems of the 2010s,u201d noted Austen Goslin.

For fans of post-apocalyptic adventures, the 1995 film Waterworld offers a unique take on a flooded Earth. Kevin Costner stars as u201cThe Mariner,u201d a drifter navigating a world almost entirely covered in water. Despite its initial reputation as a box-office failure, the film has gained a cult following for its ambitious world-building and action sequences.

On the TV front, Apple TVu2019s Severance returns for its second season, continuing the story of employees who undergo a procedure to separate their work and personal memories. The show has been praised for its gripping narrative and stellar performances. u201cThe story of Mark S, Helly R, and the rest of the u2018Severedu2019 employees at Lumon is one of the best things on television,u201d said a senior contributor.

Other notable releases include the animated series Harley Quinn on HBO Max and the A24 film The Actor, starring Sebastian Stan. Meanwhile, Netflixu2019s XO, Kitty returns for its second season, catering to fans of teen romance.

As the year progresses, sci-fi enthusiasts have much to look forward to, with a diverse range of stories that push the boundaries of imagination and technology.