🏷 Discover The Best Alien Race Movies & TV Shows To Watch Today

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Are you fascinated by the mysteries of the universe and the possibility of alien life? Dive into our curated selection of the best movies and TV shows featuring alien races. From thrilling intergalactic adventures to thought-provoking narratives, these stories will captivate your imagination and expand your horizons. Join us as we explore the most intriguing alien encounters in cinematic history.

Cast

Yuri Lowenthal

Ashley Johnson

Greg Cipes

Ben 10: Alien Force (2008) TV Show

8.3 1.2K votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 3

Episodes: 46

Audience: TV-Y7

Story: 15-year-old Ben Tennyson chooses to once again put on the Omnitrix and discovers that it has recalibrated and can now transform him into 10 brand-new aliens. Joined by his super-powered cousin Gwen Tennyson and his equally powerful former enemy Kevin Levin, Ben is on a mission to find his missing Grandpa Max.

Style: suspenseful, intense

Plot: extraterrestrial technology, villain, transformation, sequel, alien race, teen superhero, war

Ben 10: Omniverse (2012) TV Show

8.3 534 votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Family

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 8

Episodes: 80

Audience: TV-Y7

Story: A year after the events that took place during the "Final Battle" and equipped with an all-new completed Omnitrix, 16-year-old Ben Tennyson has to face new enemies.

Style: absurd

Plot: extraterrestrial technology, transformation, time travel, sequel, alien, parallel world, alien race, teen superhero, ...

Cast

Yuri Lowenthal

Ashley Johnson

Greg Cipes

Dee Bradley Baker

Ben 10: Ultimate Alien (2010) TV Show

8.2 887 votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Family

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 2

Episodes: 52

Audience: TV-Y7

Story: With his secret identity now revealed to the world, Ben Tennyson continues to fight evil as a superhero with the help of the newly acquired Ultimatrix.

Style: tense

Plot: extraterrestrial technology, sequel, alien, alien race, teen superhero, complex, relaxed, critical, ...

Cast

Tara Strong

Meagan Moore

Paul Eiding

Dee Bradley Baker

Ben 10 (2005) TV Show

8.2 1.8K votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Comedy

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 4

Episodes: 52

Audience: TV-Y7

Story: When 10-year-old Ben Tennyson discovers a mysterious device, he gains the power to change into ten different alien heroes, each with uniquely awesome powers. With such abilities at his disposal, Ben realizes a greater responsibility to help others and stop evildoers, but that doesn't mean he's above a little superpowered mischief now and then.

Style: nostalgic

Plot: extraterrestrial technology, villain, transformation, time travel, superhero, alien, alien race, mischievous

Cast

Joe Flanigan

David Hewlett

Rachel Luttrell

Jewel Staite

Stargate Atlantis (2004) TV Show

8.0 1.2K votes

Genre: Action, Drama, Science Fiction

Country: Canada, United States of America

Seasons: 5

Episodes: 100

Audience: TV-PG

Story: With the Ancients' city of Atlantis discovered in the Pegasus Galaxy by Stargate Command, Dr. Elizabeth Weir and Major Sheppard lead a scientific expedition to the ancient abandoned city. Once there, the team not only find themselves unable to contact Earth, but their explorations unexpectedly reawaken the Ancients' deadly enemies, The Wraith, who hunger for this new prey. Now with the help of newfound local allies like Teyla Emmagan, the Atlantis Team sets about to uncover their new home's secrets even as their war of survival against the Wraith begins.

Plot: technology, spacecraft, atlantis, space travel, galaxy, alien, alien planet, lost city, ...

Time: future

Cast

Masako Nozawa

Aya Hisakawa

Ryo Horikawa

Toshio Furukawa

Dragon Ball Super: Broly (2018)

7.9 3.2K votes

Genre: Action, Animation, Science Fiction

Country: Japan

Duration: 101 min.

Audience: PG

Story: Earth is peaceful following the Tournament of Power. Realizing that the universes still hold many more strong people yet to see, Goku spends all his days training to reach even greater heights. Then one day, Goku and Vegeta are faced by a Saiyan called 'Broly' who they've never seen before. The Saiyans were supposed to have been almost completely wiped out in the destruction of Planet Vegeta, so what's this one doing on Earth? This encounter between the three Saiyans who have followed completely different destinies turns into a stupendous battle, with even Frieza (back from Hell) getting caught up in the mix.

Plot: martial arts, fight, transformation, space battle, alien, alien race, shounen, anime, ...

Cast

Ben Browder

Claudia Black

Jonathan Hardy

Anthony Simcoe

Farscape (1999) TV Show

7.9 609 votes

Genre: Action, Drama, Science Fiction

Country: Australia, United States of America

Seasons: 4

Episodes: 88

Audience: TV-14

Story: A freak accident during an experimental space mission catapults Astronaut John Crichton across a thousand galaxies to an alien battlefield.

Plot: spacecraft, wormhole, space travel, space, alien, farscape, alien race, distant planet, ...

Cast

Rufus Sewell

William Hurt

Kiefer Sutherland

Jennifer Connelly

Dark City (1998)

7.3 3.2K votes

Genre: Mystery, Science Fiction

Country: Australia, United States of America

Duration: 101 min.

Audience: R

Story: A man struggles with memories of his past, including a wife he cannot remember, in a nightmarish world with no sun and run by beings with telekinetic powers who seek the souls of humans.

Style: suspenseful

Plot: beach, amnesia, experiment, paranoia, dystopia, sleep, manipulation, mad scientist, ...

Cast

David Corenswet

Rachel Brosnahan

Nicholas Hoult

Edi Gathegi

Superman (2025)

7.3 5.0K votes

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Duration: 130 min.

Audience: PG-13

Story: Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.

Plot: dual identity, superhero, based on comic, dog, super power, reboot, kaiju, modern day adaptation, ...

Alien Nation (1989) TV Show

7.0 138 votes

Genre: Action, Drama, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Seasons: 1

Episodes: 22

Story: Detective Matthew Sikes, a Los Angeles police officer reluctantly works with "Newcomer" alien George Francisco. Sikes also has an 'on again off again' flirtation with a female Newcomer, Cathy Frankel.

Plot: detective, culture clash, police, extraterrestrial, alien, los angeles, california, police detective, ...

Cast

Vin Diesel

Colm Feore

Thandiwe Newton

Judi Dench

The Chronicles of Riddick (2004)

6.6 4.5K votes

Genre: Action, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Duration: 119 min.

Audience: PG-13

Story: After years of outrunning ruthless bounty hunters, escaped convict Riddick suddenly finds himself caught between opposing forces in a fight for the future of the human race. Now, waging incredible battles on fantastic and deadly worlds, this lone, reluctant hero will emerge as humanity's champion - and the last hope for a universe on the edge of annihilation.

Plot: prison, bounty hunter, dystopia, anti hero, space travel, sequel, escaped convict, on the run, ...

Cast

Taylor Kitsch

Lynn Collins

Samantha Morton

Mark Strong

John Carter (2012)

6.4 6.2K votes

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Duration: 132 min.

Audience: PG-13

Story: John Carter is a war-weary, former military captain who's inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars) and reluctantly becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. It's a world on the brink of collapse, and Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.

Plot: princess, medallion, planet mars, based on novel or book, escape, space travel, alien, martian, ...

Time: 19th century

Cast

Milly Alcock

Eve Ridley

Matthias Schoenaerts

Jason Momoa

Supergirl (2026)

6.2 464 votes

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Country: United States of America

Duration: 108 min.

Audience: PG-13

Story: When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice.

Plot: galaxy, hero, superhero, villain, based on comic, space, female protagonist, heroine, ...

Cast

Adam Driver

Ariana Greenblatt

Chloe Coleman

Nika King

65 (2023)

5.9 2.9K votes

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Country: Canada, United States of America

Duration: 92 min.

Audience: PG-13

Story: 65 million years ago, the only 2 survivors of a spaceship from Somaris that crash-landed on Earth, must fend off dinosaurs to reach the escape vessel in time before an imminent asteroid strike threatens to destroy the planet.

Plot: monster, asteroid, cave, giant monster, prehistory, dinosaur, quicksand, crash landing, ...

Top Movies Featuring Alien Races

When it comes to movies that explore the concept of alien races, several titles stand out. These films not only entertain but also challenge our perceptions of life beyond Earth. Here are some must-watch films:

Arrival - A thought-provoking tale that revolves around linguistics and communication with extraterrestrials.
District 9 - A unique perspective on alien refugees and societal issues that mirror our own.
Independence Day - An action-packed classic where humanity fights for survival against a powerful alien force.
The Fifth Element - A colorful, action-filled adventure that blends humor and sci-fi in a battle to save the universe.

Popular TV Shows Featuring Alien Races

Television has also given us a rich variety of series that delve into the complexities of alien civilizations. Here are some of the top TV shows to consider:

Star Trek: The Next Generation - A classic series showcasing diverse alien species and their interactions with humanity.
The X-Files - A mix of mystery and suspense, focusing on government conspiracies and alien encounters.
Falling Skies - A gripping post-apocalyptic drama featuring a human resistance against alien invaders.
Doctor Who - This long-running series explores various alien races across time and space, filled with adventure.

Why We Love Alien Stories

Alien-themed movies and shows resonate with audiences for several reasons:

They spark our curiosity about the unknown.
They often reflect societal issues through allegory.
They allow for imaginative storytelling beyond the limits of our reality.

Final Thoughts

Exploring alien races through film and television provides not just entertainment, but also a lens through which we can examine humanity's own complexities. Whether you prefer gripping narratives or light-hearted adventures, there’s something to captivate every viewer. So grab your popcorn and get ready for an interstellar journey!