8 greatest hard sci-fi movies of the '80s, ranked

The Terminator, The Fly, Aliens, Blade Runner, Akira, and more make up our list of the best hard sci-fi movies of the '80s.

16 patriotic movies to watch this Fourth of July, from 'Top Gun' to 'Saving Private Ryan'

From "Top Gun" to "Independence Day," here are 16 of the best patriotic movies about America perfect for curling up with over ...

Best Movies Streaming July 2026: Project Hail Mary, Devil Wears Prada 2

The best movies streaming in July 2026 include 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' 'Project Hail Mary,' 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' ...

The 25 best stop-motion movies in cinematic history

When you think about the level of detail and labor that goes into a feature-length stop-motion film, it boggles the mind. It's that elbow grease and abundant creativity that make stop-motion animation ...
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Horror-movie cue inspires wearable that turns robot movements into warning music

In horror movies, music is a dead giveaway. Tension builds with each note, and you brace for the inevitable jump scare. The same sense of anticipation has taken a leading role in an unlikely venue: a ...

6 '80s Sci-Fi Movies With Better Special Effects Than Most Modern Films

From The Thing to Blade Runner, Aliens to Tron, these ’80s sci-fi classics prove practical effects can still outshine modern ...

‘Monster Maker’ Doc To Profile Legendary Stan Winston, Special Effects Master Behind ‘Aliens,’ ‘Predator,’ ‘Terminator,’ ‘Jurassic Park’ & More

Special effects master Stan Winston, who created the creatures in 'The Terminator,' 'Predator' & 'Jurassic Park,' is the ...

The 10 Sci-Fi Movies With the Best Special Effects, Ranked

Sci-fi movies with particularly amazing special effects include classics like The Empire Strikes Back, Blade Runner, and ...