- The Phantom Tollbooth (1970)
- The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969)
- Clockstoppers (2002)
- The Time Machine (2002)
- The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl (2005)
- The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
- The Homework Machine (2011)
- The Final Exam (2016)
- The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006)
- The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
Dive into a world where homework isn't just about solving equations or writing essays. These 10 sci-fi films take the concept of homework and infuse it with elements of fantasy, time travel, and futuristic technology, making the mundane task an adventure. Whether it's a student's homework assignment that opens a portal to another dimension or a futuristic society where homework is done by AI, these films offer a fresh perspective on the age-old struggle of completing assignments.

The Phantom Tollbooth (1970)
Description: A boy named Milo, bored with his homework, finds a magical tollbooth that transports him to a land where he must solve puzzles and learn lessons to return home.
Fact: This animated film is based on Norton Juster's beloved children's book.


The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969)
Description: A college student accidentally downloads the entire contents of a computer into his brain, making him a genius at homework and more.
Fact: This Disney film was part of the "Dexter Riley" series, featuring Kurt Russell in one of his early roles.


Clockstoppers (2002)
Description: A teenager discovers a watch that allows him to move so fast that time appears to stop around him, which he uses to complete his homework in record time.
Fact: The film features special effects by Industrial Light & Magic, the company behind many of the Star Wars effects.


The Time Machine (2002)
Description: A scientist invents a time machine to go back and save his fiancée, but ends up using it to help with his homework by visiting the future for answers.
Fact: The film is based on H.G. Wells' novel but adds a new twist with the time-traveling homework aspect.


The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl (2005)
Description: A young boy's homework assignment comes to life, creating a world where he must save his imaginary friends from a villain.
Fact: The film was directed by Robert Rodriguez, who also co-wrote the story with his son, Racer Max.


The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
Description: While not directly about homework, the film features an alien who comes to Earth to give humanity a "homework" assignment to save the planet.
Fact: This is a remake of the 1951 classic, with Keanu Reeves playing the alien visitor.


The Homework Machine (2011)
Description: In this film, a group of students creates a machine that does their homework for them, leading to unexpected consequences when the machine starts to evolve on its own.
Fact: The film was inspired by a children's book by Dan Gutman. It was adapted into a TV movie for the Disney Channel.


The Final Exam (2016)
Description: In a dystopian future, students must pass a final exam that tests not just their knowledge but their survival skills, turning homework into a life-or-death situation.
Fact: The film was shot in Bulgaria, using its unique landscapes to enhance the dystopian setting.


The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006)
Description: A high school girl discovers she can leap through time, which she initially uses to redo homework and avoid mistakes, but learns valuable life lessons.
Fact: The film was critically acclaimed and won several awards, including the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year.


The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
Description: While not directly about homework, Arrietty, a tiny borrower, must learn about the human world, which can be seen as a metaphor for homework.
Fact: This Studio Ghibli film is based on the book "The Borrowers" by Mary Norton.
