Are you a fan of bizarre sci-fi horror movies like Leprechaun 4: In Space? If so, you’re in for a treat! Here are 18 equally outlandish and entertaining films that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Check out the main subject for more details on this genre.
1. Jason X
In this tenth installment of the Friday the 13th series, Jason Voorhees is cryogenically frozen and awakens in the 25th century on a spaceship. Starring Kane Hodder and Lexa Doig, this film combines slasher horror with futuristic sci-fi elements.
2. Critters 4
The mischievous Critters are back, and this time, they’re wreaking havoc in outer space. With performances by Don Keith Opper and Angela Bassett, this film continues the campy, creature-feature fun of its predecessors.
3. Hellraiser: Bloodline
This entry in the Hellraiser series explores the origins of the infamous puzzle box and spans multiple generations, including a segment set in space. Doug Bradley returns as the iconic Pinhead, delivering a chilling performance.
4. Event Horizon
A rescue crew investigates a spaceship that disappeared into a black hole and has now returned with something sinister on board. Starring Laurence Fishburne and Sam Neill, this film blends psychological horror with sci-fi thrills.
5. Pandorum
Two astronauts awaken on a seemingly abandoned spaceship, only to discover they are not alone. Dennis Quaid and Ben Foster star in this claustrophobic, mind-bending horror film.
6. Galaxy of Terror
A rescue mission to a distant planet turns into a nightmare as the crew encounters terrifying alien creatures. Featuring Edward Albert and Erin Moran, this film is a cult classic in the sci-fi horror genre.
7. Supernova
A deep-space medical ship responds to a distress call and encounters a mysterious alien artifact. With James Spader and Angela Bassett, this film combines elements of horror, sci-fi, and action.
8. The Dark Side of the Moon
A spaceship investigating the dark side of the moon encounters a malevolent force that threatens the crew’s sanity and lives. Starring Robert Sampson and Will Bledsoe, this film delves into psychological horror in a sci-fi setting.
9. Lifeforce
A space mission brings back a deadly alien vampire to Earth, leading to chaos and destruction. Featuring Steve Railsback and Mathilda May, this film is a unique blend of horror, sci-fi, and thriller elements.
10. The Puppet Masters
Alien parasites take over human hosts, and a government team races to stop the invasion. Donald Sutherland and Eric Thal star in this tense, sci-fi horror film based on Robert A. Heinlein’s novel.
11. Pitch Black
A spaceship crash-lands on a desolate planet, and the survivors must contend with deadly creatures that hunt in the dark. Starring Vin Diesel and Radha Mitchell, this film is a thrilling blend of action and horror.
12. Screamers
On a distant planet, a group of soldiers must survive against deadly, self-replicating machines. With Peter Weller and Roy Dupuis, this film is a gripping, sci-fi horror tale based on a Philip K. Dick story.
13. Virus
A salvage crew encounters a deadly alien life form aboard a Russian research vessel. Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Sutherland star in this action-packed, sci-fi horror film.
14. The Astronaut’s Wife
After a space mission goes awry, an astronaut returns home changed, and his wife begins to suspect something sinister. Starring Johnny Depp and Charlize Theron, this film is a psychological thriller with sci-fi elements.
15. Species II
An astronaut infected with alien DNA returns to Earth, leading to a new wave of deadly hybrid creatures. Natasha Henstridge and Michael Madsen star in this sequel that blends horror and sci-fi.
16. Apollo 18
This found-footage film explores a secret Apollo mission to the moon that uncovers terrifying extraterrestrial life. With Warren Christie and Lloyd Owen, this film adds a horror twist to space exploration.
17. The Cloverfield Paradox
A space station experiment goes wrong, opening a portal to another dimension and unleashing chaos. Starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw and David Oyelowo, this film is a sci-fi horror entry in the Cloverfield series.
18. High Life
A group of criminals is sent on a space mission to extract energy from a black hole, but things take a dark turn. With Robert Pattinson and Juliette Binoche, this film explores themes of isolation and survival in deep space.
