10 Best Sci-Fi Horror Movies Of The 2020's (So Far)

Sci-fi and horror often find themselves intertwined since both genres regularly deal with one of humanity's most enduring fears: the unknown. Even though Frankenstein, 28 Days Later, and The Thing seem drastically different from one another, the unknown element is pivotal to each story and elevates the fear factor. 

And with modern technology advancing at an astronomical rate, the difference between science-fiction and science-fact has never been closer. That's why it's no surprise to see an abundance of science-themed creepfests have hit steaming services and cinemas throughout the 2020s. 

In recent years, there's been a plethora of sci-fi horror sequels, remakes, prequels, some of which have reignited interest in dormant IPs. We've also seen a few original stories that were so well-received, they could very well kick off the next big franchise.

The decade may only be half-over, but there are already several gems in the genre that are destined to become classics, in the same vein as Predator or Alien. Whether you're into creepy-crawly extra-terrestrials, scientists playing god, technology going awry, or interdimensional creatures, the entries on this list prove the 2020s had something for everybody.

In Egor Abramenko's directorial debut, a cosmonaut called Konstantin crash-lands on Earth shortly after his mission goes belly-up. After being transported to a research facility, a psychiatrist called Dr. Klimova is hired to assess Konstantin's mental state. 

Or so she believes. Over time, she learns the real reason she's been tasked with speaking to Konstantin is to determine how dangerous he is, since he's unknowingly harbouring an extra-terrestrial organism.

Despite the outlandish premise, Sputnik is surprisingly grounded, since it focuses on Konstantin and Klimova's intense bond above all else. Although Konstantin's circumstances are terrifying, Klimova's backstory is equally fascinating. Klimova's reputation has been sullied, so she knows this consultation is the only way to fix her career. When she discovers Konstantin is considered expendable by the government, she's the only one willing to save his life. You get so invested in both characters' dilemma, it's easy to forget this is a monster flick.

As a result, it packs a punch when Sputnik goes full creature feature, leading to all sorts of bloody action and stomach-churning body-horror.

There's enough violence to satiate gorehounds, but the back-and-forth conversations between Konstantin and Klimova are the most memorable, thanks to the sharp script and visceral performances from the leads.