The 12 best sci-fi movies of the 2000s
A decade of returning franchises and wonderfully new beginnings.
9. Sunshine (Image credit: Warner Bros.) Release date: December 16, 2009 | Cast: Cillian Murphy, Chris Evans, Rose Byrne, Chris Pine, and others | Director: Danny Boyle | RT score: 82% critics, 74% audience In this gripping science fiction film, a group of astronauts embark on a daring mission to reignite the dying sun. Led by Andreas Bonvie (Cillian Murphy), they must navigate an array of challenges and confront the harsh realities of space travel.
The movie's atmospheric visuals and thought-provoking themes make it a standout entry in the 2000s sci-fi landscape.
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