Alien
Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt
After investigating a mysterious transmission of unknown origin, the crew of a commercial spacecraft encounters a deadly lifeform.
Why you'll love it
A tense and atmospheric sci-fi horror film with a strong female protagonist facing off against a terrifying extraterrestrial creature.
Mad Max: Fury Road
Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a woman rebels against a tyrannical ruler in search for her homeland with the aid of a group of female prisoners, a psychotic worshipper and a drifter named Max.
Why you'll love it
Although not the lead, Imperator Furiosa is a central character in this post-apocalyptic action film, showcasing a strong female presence in a bleak setting.
Gravity
Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Ed Harris
Dr Ryan Stone, an engineer on her first space mission, and Matt Kowalski, an astronaut on his final expedition, have to survive in space after they are hit by debris while spacewalking.
Why you'll love it
A visually stunning and emotionally gripping story of survival in space, featuring a female astronaut as the lead character.
The Hunger Games
Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth
Katniss Everdeen voluntarily takes her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games: a televised competition in which two teenagers from each of the twelve Districts of Panem are chosen at random to fight to the death.
Why you'll love it
Set in a dystopian future, it follows a young woman's fight for survival in a televised death match.
Annihilation
Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tessa Thompson
A biologist signs up for a dangerous, secret expedition in which the laws of nature don't apply.
Why you'll love it
A thought-provoking sci-fi film with a female-led cast exploring a mysterious and dangerous alien zone.