100+ Movies like The Martian
Mission to Mars
Both "Mission to Mars" and "The Martian" revolve around a human mission to Mars where an astronaut becomes stranded on the planet. In "The Martian", Mark Watney is left behind after a storm and must survive alone on Mars until a rescue mission can reach him. Similarly in "Mission to Mars", Luke Graham is the sole survivor after a mysterious event kills the rest of his crew. Both movies depict the astronauts' struggle to survive on the harsh Martian environment using their ingenuity and limited resources. The plots follow the efforts of NASA and other space agencies to mount a rescue mission to bring the stranded astronauts back to Earth. The movies explore themes of human resilience, scientific problem-solving, and the drive for space exploration.
Stranded
Both "The Martian" and "Stranded" revolve around astronauts stranded on Mars after a mission goes awry, facing life-threatening challenges to survive until rescue. In both films, the stranded crew members must improvise solutions using limited resources to extend their life support systems and find ways to grow food. They also establish communication with Earth to coordinate rescue efforts. The key difference is that in "The Martian" only one astronaut is stranded, while in "Stranded" multiple crew members are left behind. Additionally, "Stranded" introduces an alien element with the discovery of artificial structures on Mars.
Red Planet
Both "Red Planet" and "The Martian" revolve around a crew of astronauts on a mission to Mars who face a crisis that leaves one crew member stranded alone on the planet. The stranded astronaut must use their ingenuity and scientific knowledge to survive the harsh Martian environment while NASA works to rescue them. Key plot points include: - A crew exploring Mars gets separated, leaving one astronaut behind presumed dead - The stranded astronaut finds ways to grow food and produce oxygen/water to survive - They establish communication with Earth and NASA mounts a rescue mission - The rescue involves an elaborate plan to rendezvous with another spacecraft - The stranded astronaut undertakes a perilous journey across Mars to reach the rescue vehicle - After overcoming numerous life-threatening obstacles, the astronaut is dramatically rescued Despite different character names and specific details, the core premise of an astronaut stranded on Mars fighting for survival while Earth races to rescue them is strikingly similar between the two films.
Stowaway
Both "The Martian" and "Stowaway" revolve around a life-threatening crisis on a space mission to Mars, where the crew must find creative solutions to survive against dwindling resources. In both films, an unexpected event leaves a crew member stranded and facing imminent death due to a lack of oxygen or food. The remaining crew members, along with mission control on Earth, devise risky and unconventional plans to rescue the stranded crew member, often involving dangerous spacewalks or maneuvers. Ultimately, one or more crew members make the ultimate sacrifice to ensure the survival of the others, highlighting the themes of selflessness, ingenuity, and the human drive to overcome adversity in the pursuit of space exploration.
Space Odyssey: Voyage to the Planets
Both "The Martian" and "Space Odyssey: Voyage to the Planets" follow the story of astronauts facing life-threatening challenges during space exploration missions. In "The Martian", astronaut Mark Watney is stranded alone on Mars after being presumed dead and must use his ingenuity to survive until a rescue mission can reach him. Similarly, in "Space Odyssey", the crew faces numerous crises during their voyage, including medical emergencies, equipment failures, and environmental hazards on various planets. Both movies depict the resourcefulness and determination of the astronauts in overcoming obstacles, as well as the efforts of mission control and space agencies to support them. The movies also explore themes of human resilience, scientific curiosity, and the risks and rewards of space exploration.
The Last Days on Mars
Both "The Martian" and "The Last Days on Mars" revolve around a central character stranded alone on Mars after a mission goes awry. In both films, the protagonist must use their scientific knowledge and resourcefulness to survive the harsh Martian environment while awaiting rescue. The plots follow their struggles to find food, water, and shelter while overcoming various life-threatening challenges. Both movies explore themes of human resilience, ingenuity, and the drive to survive against all odds. The stories culminate in dramatic rescue attempts by their respective crews, highlighting the risks taken to bring them home from the desolate planet.
Approaching the Unknown
Both "Approaching the Unknown" and "The Martian" center around a lone astronaut stranded on a mission to Mars, facing life-threatening challenges and the struggle for survival on the inhospitable planet. The protagonists, Mark Watney in "The Martian" and Captain William Stanaforth in "Approaching the Unknown", demonstrate remarkable resourcefulness and ingenuity in overcoming obstacles and finding ways to produce water and grow food on Mars. Their determination to continue their missions despite setbacks and against protocol parallels each other. The movies explore similar themes of human perseverance, scientific curiosity, and the drive to push the boundaries of space exploration. While the specific plot details differ, the core narrative arcs of the two films follow a lone astronaut's fight for survival on Mars through creative problem-solving and an unwavering spirit of adventure.
Forsaken
Both "The Martian" and "Forsaken" revolve around an astronaut stranded alone on Mars after being left behind by their crew. The central character must find ways to survive on the hostile Martian environment while awaiting a potential rescue mission from Earth. In both films, the astronaut faces life-threatening challenges like running out of food and air, as well as psychological struggles from the isolation and uncertainty of their situation. There are also elements of miscommunication and bureaucratic obstacles hindering the rescue efforts back on Earth. However, "Forsaken" takes a darker, more surreal turn by introducing a sentient Martian lifeform and hinting that the entire mission may have been staged for a reality TV show.
Life
Both "Life" and "The Martian" revolve around a life-threatening crisis in space that requires ingenuity and perseverance to overcome. In "The Martian", an astronaut is stranded alone on Mars and must use his scientific knowledge to survive until a rescue mission arrives. Similarly, in "Life", the crew of the International Space Station must find ways to contain and eliminate a rapidly growing alien organism that threatens their survival. Both films depict the resourcefulness of scientists and astronauts in dire situations, as well as the efforts of teams on Earth to devise rescue plans. The protagonists face immense challenges and life-or-death stakes, with the ever-present risk of being stranded in the hostile environment of space. Ultimately, both stories explore humanity's determination to survive against overwhelming odds through scientific problem-solving and sacrifice.
Astronaut: The Last Push
Both "Astronaut: The Last Push" and "The Martian" center around an astronaut stranded alone in space, facing immense challenges to survive. In "The Martian", Mark Watney is left behind on Mars after a mission gone awry, while in "Astronaut: The Last Push", Michael Forrest is the sole survivor aboard a damaged spacecraft. The protagonists must use their ingenuity and resourcefulness to repair their respective vessels and find a way to return home or continue their mission. Both films explore themes of human resilience, problem-solving under extreme conditions, and the drive to explore the unknown. The astronauts face isolation, life-threatening situations, and the need to improvise solutions, all while maintaining hope and determination. The movies parallel each other in their depiction of the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity in the pursuit of space exploration.
Aniara
Both "The Martian" and "Aniara" revolve around the central premise of humans stranded in space and facing immense challenges for survival. In "The Martian", astronaut Mark Watney is left behind on Mars and must use his ingenuity to grow food and find a way to be rescued. Similarly, in "Aniara", the passengers and crew of a spaceship are stranded in deep space after a malfunction, forcing them to find ways to sustain themselves for years. Both films explore themes of human resilience, problem-solving, and the drive to survive against overwhelming odds. The protagonists in each film must overcome setbacks, resource scarcity, and psychological challenges while awaiting potential rescue. The stories parallel each other in their depiction of the human spirit's determination to endure in the face of isolation and life-threatening circumstances in the harsh environment of space.
2036 Origin Unknown
Both "2036 Origin Unknown" and "The Martian" involve a mission to Mars that encounters a major crisis, leaving a crew member stranded and fighting for survival on the Red Planet. In "The Martian", Mark Watney is left behind after being presumed dead, while in "2036 Origin Unknown", the protagonist Mack Wilson finds herself in a simulated reality created by an advanced AI system. Both protagonists must use their ingenuity and scientific knowledge to overcome challenges and find a way to return home. The movies explore themes of human resilience, the drive for exploration, and the role of technology in space travel. They also depict the efforts of teams on Earth working to rescue the stranded crew members, highlighting the collaborative nature of space missions.
Gravity
Both "The Martian" and "Gravity" are survival stories about astronauts stranded in space and fighting against all odds to stay alive. The protagonists, Mark Watney and Ryan Stone, find themselves isolated and alone after catastrophic events leave them separated from their crew and with limited resources. They must rely on their ingenuity, determination, and problem-solving skills to overcome life-threatening challenges and find a way back to Earth. The movies depict the characters' resilience, resourcefulness, and the human drive to survive against seemingly insurmountable obstacles in the harsh environment of space. Both films also explore themes of isolation, perseverance, and the human spirit's ability to triumph over adversity.
Sunshine
Both "The Martian" and "Sunshine" involve a desperate struggle for survival against the harsh environment of space. In "The Martian", an astronaut is stranded alone on Mars and must use his ingenuity to survive until a rescue mission can reach him. Similarly, in "Sunshine", the crew of a spacecraft must overcome numerous life-threatening challenges as they attempt to reignite the dying Sun and save humanity. The protagonists in both films face dwindling resources, technical failures, and the constant threat of death as they fight to accomplish their vital missions. Despite the dire circumstances, they demonstrate remarkable determination, problem-solving skills, and sacrifice to overcome the obstacles. The movies parallel each other in their exploration of human resilience and the drive to survive against overwhelming odds in the unforgiving vacuum of space.
Moon Man
Both "The Martian" and "Moon Man" follow the story of a lone survivor stranded in a hostile environment after a catastrophic event, forced to use their ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive. The protagonists, Mark Watney and Dugu Yue, are left behind on Mars and the Moon respectively after their crew evacuates, and must find ways to grow food, repair equipment, and establish communication with Earth to be rescued. They face life-threatening challenges like lack of resources and environmental hazards, but persevere through their determination and scientific knowledge. Both movies depict the efforts of space agencies and remaining humanity to rescue the stranded survivor against all odds. Ultimately, the survivors make the ultimate sacrifice to save Earth from impending disaster, becoming heroes. The movies parallel each other in their themes of human resilience, scientific problem-solving, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity.
The Wandering Earth
Both "The Martian" and "The Wandering Earth" are science fiction films that revolve around humanity's struggle for survival against extraordinary circumstances. In "The Martian", an astronaut is stranded alone on Mars and must use his ingenuity to survive until a rescue mission can reach him. Similarly, in "The Wandering Earth", humanity faces extinction as the expanding Sun threatens to engulf Earth, forcing them to propel the entire planet out of the Solar System using massive engines. Both films feature protagonists who must overcome daunting challenges through scientific problem-solving and perseverance. The stories also involve international cooperation and the mobilization of global resources to achieve a common goal of survival. Additionally, both films explore themes of human resilience, the power of hope, and the lengths people will go to preserve life.
The Midnight Sky
Both "The Martian" and "The Midnight Sky" revolve around a central character stranded in an inhospitable environment, fighting for survival while a rescue mission is mounted from Earth. In "The Martian", astronaut Mark Watney is left behind on Mars after a storm, while in "The Midnight Sky", Augustine Lofthouse remains at an Arctic base after a cataclysmic event on Earth. Both characters must use their ingenuity and scientific knowledge to survive, growing food and modifying equipment. Meanwhile, NASA and other space agencies work to rescue them, overcoming setbacks and challenges. The movies parallel each other in their themes of human resilience, scientific problem-solving, and the drive to explore space. Both feature a race against time as the stranded character's resources dwindle, building suspense until a daring rescue attempt. Ultimately, the movies celebrate humanity's ability to overcome adversity through cooperation and determination.
Collision Earth
Both "Collision Earth" and "The Martian" revolve around a life-threatening crisis in space that requires resourcefulness and ingenuity to overcome. In "The Martian", an astronaut is stranded alone on Mars and must find ways to survive until a rescue mission arrives. Similarly, in "Collision Earth", the crew of a spacecraft must navigate a catastrophic event where Mercury is on a collision course with Earth. The protagonists in both films face immense challenges and near-death situations, relying on their scientific knowledge and problem-solving skills to stay alive. They establish communication with Earth and work with teams of experts to devise unorthodox solutions. The movies depict the human spirit's determination to overcome adversity through cooperation, resourcefulness, and perseverance against all odds.
Interstellar
Both "Interstellar" and "The Martian" revolve around the central theme of human survival against overwhelming odds in a hostile extraterrestrial environment. The protagonists, Cooper and Watney, are resourceful and determined individuals who use their scientific knowledge and ingenuity to overcome life-threatening challenges on other planets. Both movies depict the characters' struggles to find a way back home, with NASA playing a pivotal role in the rescue efforts. The stories explore the emotional toll of being separated from loved ones, as well as the sacrifices made for the greater good of humanity's survival. Despite the vastly different scales of the two movies, they share a common thread of hope, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity.
3022
Both "3022" and "The Martian" center around astronauts stranded in space and facing life-threatening challenges to survive. In "The Martian", Mark Watney is left behind on Mars and must use his ingenuity to grow food and find a way to be rescued. In "3022", the crew of the Pangea space station is isolated after Earth is seemingly destroyed, forcing them to find a way to survive with dwindling resources. Both stories involve the protagonists overcoming extreme isolation, resource scarcity, and the struggle to maintain hope in dire circumstances. They also feature resourceful problem-solving, crew dynamics under stress, and the determination to survive against all odds. Ultimately, the movies parallel each other in depicting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of extraordinary challenges in space.