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Science fiction explores the what-ifs of the world. From being overrun by AI to the life outside of Earth, sci-fi movies expand the viewers’ brains to think bigger than life. Aliens are just one of the many characters in the genre. So what are the best alien movies of all time? From drama to horror, science fiction has a slew of options for alien lovers who want to travel through space and get a glimpse of what extraterrestrial life might look like, and how they might affect us. 

7. 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)

7 Best Alien Movies Of All Time
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6. Independence Day (1996)

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5. The Thing (1982)

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4. The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

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3. Predator (1987)

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2. Arrival (2016)

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1. Alien (photo in snip)

7 Best Alien Movies Of All Time
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