Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 13, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Cosmos

If you loved Cosmos, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Timescape

Timescape

1992★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Before they can complete renovations on their new inn, a father and daughter are visited by a woman seeking immediate lodging for her strange group of travelers....

#2
The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

1976★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technolo...

#3
Contact

Contact

1997★ 7.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Mystery. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action...

#4
Earth to Echo

Earth to Echo

2014★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Family. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

After a construction project begins digging in their neighbourhood, best friends Tuck, Munch and Alex inexplicably begin to receive strange, encoded messages on their cell phones. ...

#5
Frequencies

Frequencies

2013★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Mystery. It captures a similar heartwarming atmosphere.

The story of the forbidden relationship between a 'low born' boy and a 'high born' girl in an alternate reality where every person's relationships and life worth are determined by ...

#6
Altered

Altered

2025★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Cosmos for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

In an alternate present, genetically enhanced humans dominate society. Outcasts Leon and Chloe fight for justice against corrupt politicians exploiting genetic disparity, risking e...

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