The science fiction and noir genres have a lot in common. Both genres are obsessed with human weakness, moral ambiguity, and pessimistic, often outright bleak futures that feel a little too close for comfort. When they collide, the result is often intoxicating. The best sci-fi noir gives us neon-drenched dystopias, morally torn heroes, and a cautionary vision of technology.

With all these qualities in mind, this list ranks the very best movies that balance sci-fi and noir . Each of the cinematic gems below blends the philosophical chill of speculative fiction with the shadowy fatalism of classic detective tales . Some of them remain uncomfortably relevant for our current moment, adding a layer of discomfort to what are already deep and thought-provoking narratives.

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