22 Thrilling Movies Like 'Edge of Tomorrow'

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In a bleak future, computer programmer Thomas Anderson lives a dual life, one as an average employee and another as the hacker "Neo." Soon, he's introduced to a reality-shattering truth: the world he knows is a digital illusion called the Matrix, designed by machines to placate humanity while using them as an energy source. Recruited by Morpheus and his team, Neo undergoes rigorous training, similar to Major Cage's rapid evolution in "Edge of Tomorrow." Both Neo and Cage transform from being relatively passive players to pivotal heroes challenging oppressive forces. Each film tackles themes of awakening, resistance, and redefining one's destiny against vast, seemingly indomitable adversaries.

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Keanu Reeves

Laurence Fishburne

Carrie-Anne Moss

Hugo Weaving

Joe Pantoliano

Marcus Chong

Anthony Ray Parker

Matt Doran

Gloria Foster

Belinda McClory

Directed by Lilly Wachowski

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Dom Cobb isn't just any thief; he's a master of navigating the intricate labyrinths of the human mind. His skills in extraction (stealing ideas) make him invaluable, but it's the prospect of inception (planting ideas) that offers him a chance at redemption and returning to his family. Delving deep into dream layers, Cobb and his team face challenges that twist the fabric of reality, much like Cage's time-loop conundrum in "Edge of Tomorrow." Both movies immerse viewers in layered, complex narratives where stakes escalate with every decision, and the boundaries between reality and illusion are thin and malleable.

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Leonardo DiCaprio

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Ken Watanabe

Tom Hardy

Elliot Page

Dileep Rao

Cillian Murphy

Tom Berenger

Marion Cotillard

Pete Postlethwaite

Directed by Christopher Nolan

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As Earth languishes, wilting from famine and environmental decay, Cooper, once a pilot and now a reluctant farmer, stumbles upon the remnants of NASA. They've hatched a desperate plan: travel through a wormhole near Saturn in search of new habitable worlds. Cooper's journey across the cosmos brings him face-to-face with black holes, time dilation, and the profound pain of personal sacrifice. His battle against time and its cruel relativity resonates with Cage's own struggles in "Edge of Tomorrow," where every reset presents new challenges. Both Cooper and Cage are driven by love, duty, and the urgency of time, seeking to safeguard humanity's future in landscapes where every moment counts profoundly.

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Matthew McConaughey

Anne Hathaway

Jessica Chastain

Bill Irwin

Ellen Burstyn

Michael Caine

Mackenzie Foy

Casey Affleck

John Lithgow

Wes Bentley

Directed by Christopher Nolan

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In a post-apocalyptic wasteland dominated by warlords, Max Rockatansky, a lone wanderer haunted by his past, becomes entangled with Imperator Furiosa's daring escape from the tyrannical Immortan Joe. Their high-octane journey is a relentless race against time and enemies, akin to Major Cage's repeated combats in "Edge of Tomorrow." Both movies showcase central characters thrust into volatile situations, requiring them to adapt rapidly. Max and Cage, initially reluctant heroes, both find purpose and partnership amidst the chaos, all while battling adversaries in desolate, hostile landscapes.

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Tom Hardy

Charlize Theron

Nicholas Hoult

Hugh Keays-Byrne

Riley Keough

Zoë Kravitz

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Abbey Lee

Courtney Eaton

Josh Helman

Directed by George Miller

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In a future Los Angeles, Officer K, a new generation Blade Runner, unravels a buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into turmoil. His investigation leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard, a former Blade Runner who's been missing for three decades. Much like "Edge of Tomorrow," themes of identity, purpose, and humanity's future are at the forefront. Both films delve into the essence of existence and the lines that differentiate humans from non-humans. K's journey, like Cage's, is one of self-discovery, unraveling truths, and confronting powerful forces seeking to shape the future.

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Ryan Gosling

Harrison Ford

Ana de Armas

Sylvia Hoeks

Robin Wright

Jared Leto

Mackenzie Davis

Carla Juri

Lennie James

Sean Young

Directed by Denis Villeneuve

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When mysterious extraterrestrial crafts touch down across the globe, linguist Dr. Louise Banks is tasked with deciphering their intent. As humanity teeters on the verge of global war, Louise races against time to communicate with the aliens. The nonlinear understanding of time in "Arrival" shares thematic parallels with the time loops in "Edge of Tomorrow." Both films challenge traditional perceptions of time, fate, and human agency. Dr. Banks, like Cage, undergoes transformative experiences that force her to perceive her world and life events from a drastically new perspective, emphasizing the interconnectedness of choices, consequences, and time.

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Amy Adams

Jeremy Renner

Forest Whitaker

Michael Stuhlbarg

Tzi Ma

Mark O'Brien

Julia Scarlett Dan

Abigail Pniowsky

Jadyn Malone

Carmela Nozza Guizzo

Directed by Denis Villeneuve

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In a futuristic Washington, D.C., the police utilize a specialized department called "PreCrime" to predict and prevent murders before they occur. At the heart of this system are three 'Precogs'—mutated humans who can foresee crimes. Chief John Anderton, played by Tom Cruise, finds himself on the run when he's accused of a future murder. Much like Cage's struggle against an external system in "Edge of Tomorrow," Anderton must decipher a web of mysteries while being pursued relentlessly. Both movies delve deep into themes of fate versus free will, questioning how much control individuals truly have over their destinies in worlds governed by overarching systems.

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Tom Cruise

Colin Farrell

Samantha Morton

Max von Sydow

Peter Stormare

Tim Blake Nelson

Kathryn Morris

Neal McDonough

Steve Harris

Lois Smith

Directed by Steven Spielberg

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In 2044, Joe is a "looper," an assassin who eliminates targets sent back from the future. The job pays well, but there's a catch: eventually, loopers must "close the loop" by assassinating their future selves, ensuring no loose ends. Things spiral out of control when Joe confronts his future self and fails to finish the job. The film's exploration of time, consequences, and self-confrontation aligns with "Edge of Tomorrow's" recursive narrative. Both Joe and Cage grapple with time's nonlinear challenges, facing off against themselves and larger threats in intense, high-stakes environments.

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Bruce Willis

Emily Blunt

Piper Perabo

Noah Segan

Jeff Daniels

Garret Dillahunt

Paul Dano

Nick Gomez

Tracie Thoms

Directed by Rian Johnson

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Set in a post-apocalyptic 2077, Earth is ravaged from a war with extraterrestrials, leading to humanity relocating to Saturn's moon, Titan. Jack Harper, another Tom Cruise character, is one of the last drone repairmen stationed on Earth, salvaging vital resources. As he begins to question his memories and reality after rescuing a stranger from a crashed spacecraft, Jack unravels deep-seated secrets. Both "Oblivion" and "Edge of Tomorrow" showcase protagonists who, despite having their reality shattered, rise to face alien adversaries, rediscover their identities, and challenge the status quo. The films seamlessly meld introspective journeys with action-packed sequences, questioning what it truly means to be human.

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Tom Cruise

Morgan Freeman

Olga Kurylenko

Andrea Riseborough

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

Melissa Leo

Zoë Bell

Abigail Lowe

Isabelle Lowe

Directed by Joseph Kosinski

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In a stratified future, Earth's populace languishes in squalor, while the elite enjoy pristine living on a space station called Elysium. Max, a former criminal, finds himself in a desperate race against time after a fatal radiation accident, compelling him to breach Elysium's defenses to save himself and bring equality. Much like Major Cage's journey in "Edge of Tomorrow," Max evolves from a self-centered mindset to become a beacon of hope for many. Both films depict protagonists fighting against powerful systems, striving to restore balance in dystopian worlds where societal divides and oppression are stark.

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Matt Damon

Jodie Foster

Sharlto Copley

Diego Luna

Wagner Moura

Alice Braga

William Fichtner

Jose Pablo Cantillo

Faran Tahir

Maxwell Perry Cotton

Directed by Neill Blomkamp

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In both adaptations of Philip K. Dick's story, Douglas Quaid is tormented by recurring dreams of Mars. Seeking solace, he visits Rekall, a company promising clients artificial memories. However, the procedure awakens suppressed memories, hurtling Quaid into a world of espionage, rebellion, and identity crisis on a colonized Mars (or in the 2012 version, a future Earth). Echoing "Edge of Tomorrow," Quaid, like Cage, is thrust into an evolving narrative where distinguishing reality from fabrication becomes pivotal. Each protagonist's journey revolves around piecing together fragmented memories, facing immense adversities, and reshaping their destinies.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger

Rachel Ticotin

Sharon Stone

Ronny Cox

Michael Ironside

Marshall Bell

Mel Johnson Jr.

Michael Champion

Roy Brocksmith

Ray Baker

Directed by Paul Verhoeven

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Johannesburg becomes the reluctant host to an alien species stranded on Earth. These aliens, derogatorily called "Prawns," are confined to District 9, a militarized slum. Wikus van de Merwe, an unassuming bureaucrat, is tasked with their relocation, but an unexpected exposure transforms him, binding his fate with the Prawns. Similar to "Edge of Tomorrow's" Cage, Wikus faces a radical transformation, from a position of authority to being hunted. Both films delve deep into themes of xenophobia, humanity, and redemption, with protagonists navigating chaotic landscapes to bridge understanding and forge unlikely alliances.

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Sharlto Copley

Jason Cope

Nathalie Boltt

Sylvaine Strike

Elizabeth Mkandawie

John Sumner

William Allen Young

Nick Blake

Greg Melvill-Smith

Robert Hobbs

Directed by Neill Blomkamp

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Captain Colter Stevens finds himself trapped in a perplexing scenario: he repeatedly wakes up in the body of a stranger on a train that's about to be bombed. With each iteration, he has mere minutes to identify the bomber and prevent a future attack. Much like Major Cage's relentless time loops in "Edge of Tomorrow," Stevens navigates through repetitive sequences, gathering clues and refining his approach with every cycle. Both films play with the concept of time, memory, and iterative experiences, challenging their protagonists to break free from a loop of fate while wrestling with moral and existential questions about identity and sacrifice.

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Jake Gyllenhaal

Michelle Monaghan

Vera Farmiga

Jeffrey Wright

Michael Arden

Cas Anvar

Russell Peters

Brent Skagford

Craig Thomas

Gordon Masten

Directed by Duncan Jones

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Phil Connors, a weatherman, finds himself living the same day—Groundhog Day—in the small town of Punxsutawney over and over again. No matter what he does, he wakes up to the same day's events, forcing him into a journey of self-reflection and growth. While lighter in tone than "Edge of Tomorrow," both films share the central motif of being trapped in a time loop. Just as Major Cage uses each loop to gain knowledge and hone his strategy against the Mimics, Connors incrementally learns more about the townsfolk and himself, evolving from a self-centered individual to a more compassionate and understanding human being.

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Bill Murray

Andie MacDowell

Chris Elliott

Stephen Tobolowsky

Brian Doyle-Murray

Angela Paton

Rick Ducommun

Rick Overton

Robin Duke

Willie Garson

Directed by Harold Ramis

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War of the Worlds (2005) In "War of the Worlds" (2005), Earth is suddenly and brutally attacked by an advanced alien species. Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise) finds himself in a desperate race against time to save his children from the apocalyptic nightmare. Amidst towering tripods and a landscape of destruction, the story delves into the resilience of the human spirit during an extraterrestrial invasion. Much like "Edge of Tomorrow", the film pits Tom Cruise against a seemingly unbeatable alien force, pushing the limits of survival and resilience. Both films delve deep into the chaos of war, human desperation, and the relentless drive to protect loved ones, all set against the backdrop of an overwhelming extraterrestrial threat.

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Tom Cruise

Dakota Fanning

Justin Chatwin

Miranda Otto

Tim Robbins

Rick Gonzalez

Yul Vazquez

Lenny Venito

Lisa Ann Walter

Ann Robinson

Directed by Steven Spielberg

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When a mysterious entity known as "The Shimmer" starts expanding and altering everything it touches, a team of scientists ventures inside to investigate. Led by a biologist, played by Natalie Portman, they confront a world that defies the laws of nature. Similar to "Edge of Tomorrow," both films plunge audiences into alien landscapes filled with unknown dangers. The protagonists of both movies grapple with altered realities and changing identities, and just as Major William Cage seeks answers to break his loop, the team in "Annihilation" is on a quest for truth amidst incomprehensible phenomena.

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Natalie Portman

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Gina Rodriguez

Tessa Thompson

Tuva Novotny

Oscar Isaac

Benedict Wong

Sonoya Mizuno

David Gyasi

John Schwab

Directed by Alex Garland

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Sam Bell, nearing the end of his solitary stint mining the Moon, begins to see and feel things that shouldn't be possible. As he unravels the mystery of his own existence, the film delves deep into themes of identity and solitude. Echoing "Edge of Tomorrow," there's an underlying tension as both protagonists face disorienting repetitions, with Cage's time loop and Bell's hauntingly similar encounters. The isolation of the lunar base in "Moon" contrasts with the battlefield chaos of "Edge of Tomorrow," but both settings amplify the psychological challenges the characters face.

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Sam Rockwell

Kevin Spacey

Dominique McElligott

Rosie Shaw

Adrienne Shaw

Kaya Scodelario

Benedict Wong

Matt Berry

Malcolm Stewart

Robin Chalk

Directed by Duncan Jones

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Set in a near-future America, this rotoscoped film follows undercover agent Bob Arctor, played by Keanu Reeves, as he navigates a world riddled with drug addiction and surveillance. The Substance D drug causes users to develop split personalities, and Arctor finds himself descending into a fractured identity. Like "Edge of Tomorrow," the narrative grapples with themes of identity and reality distortion. While Major Cage repetitively confronts his own deaths, Arctor is split between his true self and undercover persona, leading both characters to question the very nature of their existence.

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Keanu Reeves

Robert Downey Jr.

Woody Harrelson

Winona Ryder

Rory Cochrane

Mitch Baker

Sean Allen

Cliff Haby

Steven Chester Prince

Natasha Valdez

Directed by Richard Linklater

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Aaron and Abe, two engineers in a suburban garage, accidentally create a time machine. What starts as a groundbreaking discovery quickly devolves into a maze of paradoxes and fractured timelines. The duo grapple with the moral and existential ramifications of their invention, trying to retain control over an increasingly chaotic situation. Like "Edge of Tomorrow," "Primer" delves deep into the challenges of time manipulation, with both films exploring the unintended consequences and intricate loops that such power can generate.

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David Sullivan

Anand Upadhyaya

Carrie Crawford

Jay Butler

John Carruth

Juan Tapia

Ashley Warren

Samantha Thomson

Directed by Shane Carruth

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Embarking on his final assignment, a temporal agent seeks to apprehend a notorious terrorist known as the "Fizzle Bomber." The journey reveals an intricate dance of identities, destiny, and paradoxes. As the narrative unravels, the lines between hunter and hunted blur. Echoing "Edge of Tomorrow," "Predestination" uses time as both an ally and adversary, showcasing the cyclical nature of events and the inevitable consequences of revisiting the past.

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Ethan Hawke

Sarah Snook

Noah Taylor

Christopher Kirby

Madeleine West

Jim Knobeloch

Freya Stafford

Elise Jansen

Tyler Coppin

Christopher Stollery

Directed by Michael Spierig

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During a dinner party, a passing comet causes a disruption in the fabric of reality, leading to multiple parallel universes intersecting. The guests at the party confront alternate versions of themselves, leading to tension, mistrust, and existential crisis. Much like "Edge of Tomorrow's" time loops, "Coherence" challenges the notion of a single, linear reality, inviting viewers into a multi-layered, interconnected web of possibilities.

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Emily Baldoni

Maury Sterling

Nicholas Brendon

Elizabeth Gracen

Hugo Armstrong

Alex Manugian

Lauren Maher

Kelly Donovan

Aqueela Zoll

Directed by James Ward Byrkit

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Héctor, after spotting a mysterious figure in the woods, finds himself inadvertently traveling back in time just a few hours, setting off a series of disastrous events. As he attempts to rectify his mistakes, he's drawn into a complex loop of cause and effect. Sharing thematic elements with "Edge of Tomorrow," "Timecrimes" delves into the chaos and calamity that can ensue when one tries to alter the course of events, emphasizing the delicate balance of time and the unintended consequences of disruption.

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Karra Elejalde

Candela Fernández

Bárbara Goenaga

Juan Inciarte

Libby Brien

Nicole Dionne

Philip Hersh

Directed by Nacho Vigalondo