100+ Movies like Lucy
The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion
Both "Lucy" and "The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion" follow a similar narrative arc where the protagonist is an ordinary young woman who gains superhuman abilities through exposure to a powerful synthetic drug. In Lucy, the drug is CPH4, while in The Witch it is a blue serum developed by a secret laboratory. The protagonists, Lucy and Ja-yoon, undergo a transformation that unlocks their full mental and physical potential, granting them abilities like telekinesis, superhuman strength, and heightened intelligence. Their newfound powers put them at odds with the organizations that created the drugs, leading to violent confrontations as they seek to understand and control their abilities. Both films explore themes of human potential, the nature of consciousness, and the consequences of tampering with the boundaries of science and nature. The protagonists' journeys involve shedding their former identities and embracing their true, powerful selves, culminating in a transcendent state that blurs the lines between human and divine.
Bleeding Steel
Both "Lucy" and "Bleeding Steel" involve a central character who gains superhuman abilities through exposure to a powerful synthetic substance. Lucy ingests a drug that allows her to access 100% of her brain capacity, granting her telepathy, telekinesis, and other powers. Similarly, Xixi is resurrected with a regenerative blood substitute that gives her enhanced abilities. The movies follow the protagonists as they use their newfound powers to battle against villainous forces seeking to exploit the substances for nefarious purposes. Both films explore themes of human evolution, the nature of consciousness, and the potential of unlocking the full capacity of the human mind and body. The protagonists' journeys involve confronting powerful antagonists, uncovering conspiracies, and ultimately transcending their physical forms as they reach a higher state of being.
Galerians: Rion
Both "Lucy" and "Galerians: Rion" feature protagonists who gain superhuman psychic abilities through exposure to experimental drugs. Lucy gains her powers from the synthetic drug CPH4, while Rion's abilities stem from the mysterious "G Project" experiments. Their newfound powers include telepathy, telekinesis, and enhanced mental capabilities. The protagonists use these powers to battle against antagonistic forces - Lucy against the drug cartel and Rion against the AI Dorothy and her Galerian supersoldiers. Both movies explore themes of human evolution, the nature of consciousness, and humanity's potential. The protagonists' journeys involve uncovering dark conspiracies and confronting the truth about their origins and purpose. Ultimately, Lucy and Rion sacrifice themselves to defeat the antagonists and protect humanity, transcending their physical forms in the process.
Silver Hawk
Both "Lucy" and "Silver Hawk" feature a female protagonist who gains superhuman abilities through extraordinary circumstances. Lucy ingests a powerful synthetic drug that unlocks her brain's full potential, granting her telepathy, telekinesis, and other enhanced mental and physical capabilities. Similarly, Silver Hawk is a skilled martial artist who uses her fighting prowess and gadgets to combat crime. The protagonists use their newfound powers to take down criminal organizations and confront the villains who seek to exploit their abilities for nefarious purposes. The movies follow their journeys of self-discovery and empowerment as they overcome obstacles and ultimately triumph over the antagonists. Both films blend action, science fiction, and themes of human potential and free will.
Project Power
Both "Lucy" and "Project Power" revolve around a powerful synthetic drug that grants superhuman abilities to those who consume it. The protagonists, Lucy and Art, are exposed to these drugs and gain extraordinary powers like telepathy, telekinesis, and enhanced physical abilities. They use their newfound powers to confront the criminal organizations distributing the drugs and uncover the truth behind their origins. The movies explore themes of human evolution, the limits of the mind and body, and the consequences of tampering with nature. The protagonists embark on a journey of self-discovery and ultimately transcend their human limitations, with Lucy reaching a higher state of consciousness and Art reuniting with his daughter. Both films feature intense action sequences and high-stakes conflicts as the protagonists battle against the drug cartels and corrupt corporations behind the drugs.
Limitless
Both "Lucy" and "Limitless" explore the concept of a drug that unlocks the full potential of the human brain, granting the protagonist superhuman cognitive abilities. The protagonists, Lucy and Eddie, acquire these abilities after ingesting a powerful synthetic drug, CPH4 and NZT-48 respectively. As their brain capacity increases, they gain enhanced mental faculties like perfect recall, telepathy, telekinesis, and the ability to process information at incredible speeds. This newfound power allows them to accomplish extraordinary feats, from mastering complex skills to manipulating their environment. However, their journey also comes with risks, as they face threats from those seeking the drug and grapple with the consequences of their heightened abilities. Ultimately, both films delve into the philosophical implications of human potential and the pursuit of knowledge and power.
Painkiller Jane
Both "Lucy" and "Painkiller Jane" involve an ordinary woman being exposed to a biochemical agent that grants her superhuman abilities. In Lucy, the synthetic drug CPH4 unlocks her brain's full potential, giving her telepathy, telekinesis, and other powers. In Painkiller Jane, a biochemical weapon alters Jane's DNA, granting her rapid healing, enhanced strength and senses. The protagonists use their newfound abilities to fight against the organizations responsible for their transformations. Both movies explore the concept of human evolution and the potential of the human mind and body when freed from biological constraints. The villains in both films seek to harness and control the power of the biochemical agents for their own nefarious purposes.
iBoy
Both "Lucy" and "iBoy" feature ordinary protagonists who gain extraordinary abilities through freak accidents involving technology. Lucy gains superhuman mental and physical powers after a drug is released into her system, while Tom develops the ability to interface with and control electronic devices after an accident with his smartphone. Their newfound abilities allow them to take revenge against those who have wronged them or their loved ones. The movies follow their journeys as they use their powers to seek justice and uncover larger criminal conspiracies. Both films explore themes of human potential, the consequences of gaining immense power, and the blurring of lines between humanity and technology.
Technotise: Edit and I
Both "Technotise: Edit and I" and "Lucy" center around a female protagonist who gains extraordinary mental and physical abilities after ingesting or being implanted with a powerful synthetic substance. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy acquires telepathy, telekinesis, and other superhuman abilities after a drug is released into her system. Similarly, in "Technotise: Edit and I", the protagonist Edit gains incredible cognitive powers and abilities after a military chip is implanted in her body. Both women must race against time to understand and control their newfound abilities while evading nefarious forces seeking to exploit the technology within them. The movies explore themes of human potential, the nature of consciousness, and the consequences of pushing the boundaries of science and technology.
Antibirth
Both "Lucy" and "Antibirth" involve an ordinary woman who is unwittingly subjected to an experimental drug that grants her extraordinary physical and mental abilities. In "Lucy", the drug CPH4 allows Lucy to access 100% of her brain capacity, giving her superhuman powers like telepathy and telekinesis. Similarly in "Antibirth", Lou is injected with an experimental hormone drug that causes her to give birth to a grotesque, superhuman creature with incredible strength and abilities. The two films explore the themes of human evolution, the limits of the mind and body, and the consequences of unrestrained scientific experimentation on human subjects. Both protagonists are transformed against their will and must confront the sinister forces behind the drugs, ultimately embracing their newfound powers to survive.
The Soul
Both "Lucy" and "The Soul" explore the concept of unlocking the full potential of the human brain through scientific means. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy ingests a powerful synthetic drug that allows her to access higher brain capacity, granting her superhuman abilities like telepathy and telekinesis. Similarly in "The Soul", a doctor develops RNA technology that can transfer brain cells between individuals, allowing a dying CEO to essentially transfer his consciousness into another person's body. The movies follow the protagonists as they gain these extraordinary mental abilities and the ramifications that follow. Both Lucy and the CEO-turned-Li Yan become ruthless and emotionless as their brain capacity increases. They use their powers to exact revenge and further their own agendas, even resorting to violence and murder. The films also explore philosophical themes about the nature of consciousness, humanity, and the implications of unlocking the full potential of the brain. As Lucy's abilities grow, she gains a cosmic perspective on life and the universe. In "The Soul", the transfer of consciousness raises questions about identity and the essence of what makes someone human.
Star Runners
Both "Lucy" and "Star Runners" feature a central female character who gains extraordinary mental and physical abilities through exposure to a mysterious substance. Lucy ingests a powerful synthetic drug that unlocks her brain's full potential, while Asta is revealed to be the sole survivor of a human colony that evolved psychic powers due to solar radiation. The protagonists' newfound abilities include telepathy, telekinesis, and enhanced physical capabilities. The movies follow a similar narrative arc where the empowered protagonist is pursued by antagonistic forces seeking to exploit their powers. Lucy is hunted by the drug lord Mr. Jang, while Asta is sought after by the terrorist group and the government operative Colonel Bishop. Both protagonists must evade capture and unravel the truth behind their transformations. The films explore themes of human evolution, the untapped potential of the mind, and the consequences of unchecked power. They also incorporate elements of science fiction, action, and philosophical musings on the nature of existence and consciousness. Ultimately, the protagonists transcend their physical forms, with Lucy merging into a higher state of being and Asta vowing to expose the truth about her colony's destruction.
Freaks – You're One of Us
Both "Lucy" and "Freaks – You're One of Us" explore the theme of ordinary people discovering they possess extraordinary abilities. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy gains superhuman mental and physical powers after ingesting a powerful synthetic drug. Similarly, in "Freaks", Wendy and others are revealed to have special abilities that the government seeks to suppress. The movies parallel each other in depicting the protagonists' journeys of self-discovery and unlocking their hidden potential, as well as their struggles against forces trying to control or exploit their newfound powers. Both films also touch on themes of human evolution and the untapped capabilities of the mind and body.
Haunters
Both "Lucy" and "Haunters" feature protagonists who gain superhuman abilities, though the source of these abilities differs. Lucy ingests a powerful synthetic drug that unlocks her brain's full potential, while Kyu-nam's abilities seem to stem from a supernatural source. The protagonists use their newfound powers to confront antagonistic forces - Lucy battles a criminal organization, while Kyu-nam seeks to stop the psychopathic Cho-in. Both films involve the protagonists being pursued and attacked due to their powers, forcing them to defend themselves and unleash the full extent of their abilities. The climax sees Lucy transcending physical form as her powers reach their apex, while Kyu-nam defeats Cho-in through a combination of his abilities and determination. Ultimately, both films explore themes of human potential and the consequences of gaining extraordinary abilities.
Double Vision
Both "Lucy" and "Double Vision" involve the protagonists gaining extraordinary mental and physical abilities through exposure to a powerful substance. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy ingests a synthetic drug that allows her to access 100% of her brain capacity, granting her telepathy, telekinesis, and other superhuman abilities. Similarly, in "Double Vision", the protagonist Huang Huo-tu and others are infected with a fungus that induces hallucinations and guilt, leading them to gain supernatural powers like the ability to see people's sins. The movies explore themes of human potential, altered states of consciousness, and the consequences of gaining immense power. Both protagonists use their newfound abilities to confront and defeat antagonistic forces, though Lucy's journey is more cosmic in scale as she transcends space and time. The movies share a similar structure of the protagonists' transformation, confrontation with villains, and ultimate transcendence or resolution.
Code 46
Both "Lucy" and "Code 46" explore themes of human identity, consciousness, and the consequences of technological and scientific advancements. The protagonists, Lucy and William, find themselves in extraordinary circumstances that challenge their understanding of reality and the human condition. They are exposed to powerful substances or technologies that grant them enhanced abilities, allowing them to transcend normal human limitations. Their journeys involve navigating complex societal rules and restrictions, as well as confronting the ethical implications of their newfound powers. Ultimately, both films contemplate the nature of existence and humanity's place in the universe, leaving the protagonists transformed and the audience pondering profound existential questions.
Firestarter
Both "Lucy" and "Firestarter" involve ordinary people who gain extraordinary powers through experimental drugs. The protagonists, Lucy and Charlie, develop superhuman abilities like telepathy and pyrokinesis that grow increasingly powerful and uncontrollable. They are pursued by government agencies seeking to control or terminate them due to the threat posed by their powers. The movies follow their journey of embracing their newfound abilities, confronting the forces hunting them, and ultimately using their powers to destructive yet liberating effect against their oppressors. The protagonists transcend their human limitations, with Lucy reaching cosmic awareness and Charlie burning down the facility holding her captive. Both films explore themes of human potential, the ethics of scientific experimentation, and the struggle against authoritarian control over individuals with special abilities.
Volition
Both "Lucy" and "Volition" explore the concept of humans gaining extraordinary mental and physical abilities through scientific means. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy ingests a powerful synthetic drug that unlocks her brain's full potential, granting her telepathy, telekinesis, and the ability to transcend space and time. Similarly, in "Volition", the protagonist Jimmy is injected with a time travel drug that allows him to experience visions of the future and past, and ultimately travel through time itself. The movies parallel each other in their depiction of ordinary individuals thrust into extraordinary circumstances, forced to confront the implications of their newfound powers. Both Lucy and Jimmy struggle with the ethical and existential questions raised by their abilities, questioning the nature of free will and the human condition. The plots revolve around the protagonists' journeys of self-discovery and their attempts to understand and control their powers, often involving dangerous criminal elements and high-stakes conflicts. The movies also share a similar tone, blending elements of science fiction, action, and philosophical exploration.
Synchronic
Both "Lucy" and "Synchronic" explore the concept of humans gaining extraordinary abilities through the ingestion of a powerful, mind-altering substance. In "Lucy", the protagonist Lucy ingests a synthetic drug that unlocks her brain's full potential, granting her superhuman mental and physical capabilities like telepathy, telekinesis, and time travel. Similarly in "Synchronic", the drug Synchronic warps the pineal gland's perception of time, allowing users to travel backwards through history. The protagonists in both films undergo a transformative journey, transcending the limits of human existence and gaining profound insights into the nature of time, consciousness, and the universe itself. Their experiences challenge conventional perceptions of reality and explore the metaphysical implications of accessing higher dimensions of being. Ultimately, both films culminate in the protagonists sacrificing themselves to attain a higher state of existence, leaving behind a profound legacy and message about the vast potential of human consciousness.
John Dies at the End
Both "Lucy" and "John Dies at the End" involve ordinary people who gain extraordinary abilities after ingesting a powerful, mind-altering substance. In Lucy, the protagonist gains superhuman mental and physical powers after a drug is released into her system, while in John Dies at the End, the characters take a drug called "Soy Sauce" that grants them knowledge and the ability to travel through dimensions. The movies follow the protagonists as they navigate their newfound abilities and confront supernatural forces and evil entities that threaten humanity. Both films explore themes of human potential, alternate realities, and the nature of existence. The protagonists in both movies ultimately use their powers to defeat the malevolent forces and save the world, with Lucy transcending into a higher plane of existence and John and David becoming demon hunters.