Ben je fan van 'The Aliens' (2016) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde sfeer, thema's of verhaallijnen hebben als deze intrigerende sciencefiction-serie. Of je nu houdt van buitenaardse wezens, mysterieuze verhalen of spanning, deze lijst biedt iets voor iedereen.

The Thing (1982)
Beschreibung: A claustrophobic and paranoid thriller about an alien entity that assimilates and imitates other life forms, creating tension and distrust among a group of researchers.
Fakt: The special effects were so gruesome that they initially received negative reviews but are now considered groundbreaking. The film was a box office flop but later became a cult classic.


Predator (1987)
Beschreibung: A high-octane action film about a team of soldiers hunted by an advanced alien warrior, combining survival elements with sci-fi horror.
Fakt: The Predator's design was originally very different, featuring a long neck and a dog-like face. The iconic thermal vision effect was created using heat-sensitive cameras.


The Faculty (1998)
Beschreibung: A teen horror-sci-fi hybrid where students discover their teachers are being taken over by alien parasites, blending paranoia with dark humor.
Fakt: The film pays homage to classic sci-fi and horror movies, including 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers.' The script was rewritten by Kevin Williamson, known for 'Scream.'


Signs (2002)
Beschreibung: A suspenseful take on an alien invasion, focusing on a family's personal struggles and faith amidst the global crisis.
Fakt: The crop circles in the film were created by cutting and bending real crops. The aliens' design was kept secret until the movie's release to avoid spoilers.


The Mist (2007)
Beschreibung: A horror film about a group of people trapped in a supermarket by a mysterious mist containing deadly creatures, exploring human behavior under extreme stress.
Fakt: The film has two endings, with the director's cut being much darker. The creatures were inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's cosmic horror.


District 9 (2009)
Beschreibung: The film explores themes of alienation and social segregation through the lens of extraterrestrial refugees, blending sci-fi with a gritty, documentary-style approach.
Fakt: The movie was made on a relatively modest budget of $30 million but grossed over $210 million worldwide. It was shot in a real shanty town in South Africa.


Under the Skin (2013)
Beschreibung: An eerie and atmospheric film about an alien being navigating human society, exploring themes of identity and otherness.
Fakt: Many of the interactions with non-actors were unscripted, filmed with hidden cameras. The film's score was created using unconventional instruments like a detuned piano.


Attack the Block (2011)
Beschreibung: A gritty and action-packed story about a group of teens defending their neighborhood from alien invaders, blending humor with intense moments.
Fakt: The aliens were designed to be completely black to make them more mysterious and menacing. The film was John Boyega's breakout role.


Arrival (2016)
Beschreibung: Focuses on first contact with aliens, emphasizing communication and the profound impact of understanding an entirely different form of intelligence.
Fakt: The alien language in the film was created by a real linguist. The film is based on the short story 'Story of Your Life' by Ted Chiang.


Annihilation (2018)
Beschreibung: A surreal and visually stunning exploration of an alien phenomenon that transforms its surroundings, delving into themes of self-destruction and change.
Fakt: The shimmer effect was achieved through practical effects and minimal CGI. The film's soundtrack includes a haunting piece made from human screams.
