Movies like The War in Space: 20 to watch next
If you loved The War in Space (1977) — a adventure, science fiction and action film directed by Jun Fukuda — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of The War in Space most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like sequel, alien and space. 14 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Star Trek Beyond 2016★ 6.8
Shares: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver 2024★ 6.0
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
The rebels gear up for battle against the ruthless forces of the Motherworld as unbreakable bonds are forged, heroes emerge — and legends are made.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Star Trek Into Darkness 2013★ 7.3
Shares: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Message from Space 1978★ 5.9
Shares: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
The peaceful planet of Jillucia has been nearly wiped out by the Gavanas, whose leader takes orders from his mother rather than the Emperor. King Kaiba sends out eight Liabe holy seeds, each to be received by a chosen one to defend the Gavanas. Each recipient, ranging from hardened General Garuda to Gavana Prince Hans to young Terrans Meia, Kido, and Aaron all have different reactions to being chosen.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Superman Returns 2006★ 5.8
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Superman returns to discover his 5-year absence has allowed Lex Luthor to walk free, and that those he was closest to felt abandoned and have moved on. Luthor plots his ultimate revenge that could see millions killed and change the face of the planet forever, as well as ridding himself of the Man of Steel.
Stream in India on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar
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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker 2019★ 6.2
Shares: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.
Stream in India on JioHotstar
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Stargate: Continuum 2008★ 7.1
Shares: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
Ba'al travels back in time and prevents the Stargate program from being started. SG-1 must somehow restore history.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Rim of the World 2019★ 6.0
Shares: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
Stranded at a summer camp when aliens attack the planet, four teens with nothing in common embark on a perilous mission to save the world.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Solo: A Star Wars Story 2018★ 6.5
Shares: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian.
Stream in India on JioHotstar, VI movies and tv
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Halo: Nightfall 2014★ 6.8
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Set between the events of Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians… Halo: Nightfall tells the dramatic story of legendary man hunter and Naval Intelligence Officer Jameson Locke and his team as they are caught in a horrific biological attack while investigating terrorist activity on the distant colony world of Sedra. As they unravel a plot that draws them to an ancient, hellish artifact, they will be forced to fight for their survival, question everything and ultimately choose between their loyalty and their lives.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Babylon 5: In the Beginning 1998★ 7.1
Shares: Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
Londo Mollari, the Centauri Emperor, recounts the initial contact between the Humans and Minbari, which resulted in a major incident and subsequent war, for an eager pair of youngsters wanting a story about love and conflict.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Transformers: Age of Extinction 2014★ 6.0
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
As humanity picks up the pieces after the battle of Chicago, a shadowy group reveals itself in an attempt to control the direction of history…while an ancient, powerful new menace sets Earth in its crosshairs. With help from Cade Yeager, Optimus Prime and the Autobots rise to meet their most fearsome challenge yet.
Stream in India on Netflix, JioHotstar
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The Avengers 2012★ 8.1
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
When an unexpected enemy emerges and threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins!
Stream in India on JioHotstar, VI movies and tv
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Guardians of the Galaxy 2014★ 7.9
Shares: Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.
Stream in India on JioHotstar
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Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets 2017★ 6.7
Shares: Adventure, Science Fiction, Action
In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons 2022★ 7.7
Shares: Action, Science Fiction
After discovering he has powers, 11-year-old Jonathan Kent and assassin-turned-Boy-Wonder Damian Wayne must join forces to rescue their fathers (Superman & Batman) and save the planet from the malevolent alien force known as Starro.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Avatar: Fire and Ash 2025★ 7.6
Shares: Science Fiction, Adventure
In the wake of the devastating war against the RDA and the loss of their eldest son, Jake Sully and Neytiri face a new threat on Pandora: the Ash People, a violent and power-hungry Na'vi tribe led by the ruthless Varang. Jake's family must fight for their survival and the future of Pandora in a conflict that pushes them to their emotional and physical limits.
Stream in India on JioHotstar
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Babylon 5: Thirdspace 1998★ 6.6
Shares: Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
Susan Ivanova discovers a derelict spaceship in hyperspace. They tow it back to Babylon 5, then strange things start happening. People are being telepathically taken over by aliens from another (third)space.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Men in Black: International 2019★ 5.9
Shares: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest, most global threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization.
Stream in India on JioHotstar, Sony Liv, VI movies and tv
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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 2016★ 7.5
Shares: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.
Stream in India on JioHotstar