This curated list of 10 sci-fi films delves into the theme of infidelity, where the betrayal of a wife leads to extraordinary and often dystopian outcomes. These movies not only explore the emotional turmoil of betrayal but also intertwine it with futuristic settings, advanced technology, and sometimes, otherworldly elements, providing a unique perspective on the consequences of infidelity. This collection is perfect for viewers who appreciate a blend of science fiction with deep, personal narratives.

The Thirteenth Floor (1999)
Description: This film delves into virtual reality, where characters navigate multiple layers of reality, and infidelity plays a role in the complex web of relationships between the real and simulated worlds.
Fact: The film was released around the same time as "The Matrix" and "eXistenZ," leading to comparisons among these VR-themed movies.


The Cell (2000)
Description: A therapist enters the mind of a comatose serial killer to save his latest victim, where she encounters his twisted fantasies, including themes of betrayal and infidelity.
Fact: The film's visual style was heavily influenced by surrealist art, particularly the works of Salvador Dalí.


A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001)
Description: While not directly about infidelity, the film explores themes of love, abandonment, and the quest for acceptance, which can be seen as a metaphor for betrayal in relationships.
Fact: The project was originally conceived by Stanley Kubrick, but after his death, Steven Spielberg took over and completed the film.


The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Description: While primarily a sci-fi action film, it includes a subplot where Neo's relationship with Trinity is tested by the Architect's revelations, touching on themes of loyalty and betrayal.
Fact: The film features one of the most famous action sequences in cinema, the highway chase.


The Box (2009)
Description: A married couple is presented with a moral dilemma: push a button to receive a large sum of money but cause someone's death. The film explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the consequences of choices, including infidelity.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Richard Matheson, who also wrote "I Am Legend."


The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Description: While not directly about infidelity, the film explores themes of fate and free will, where a man's life is manipulated by mysterious agents, leading to a love affair that defies the plan set for him, touching on the idea of betrayal to one's destiny.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Philip K. Dick, known for his complex narratives involving reality and perception.


Her (2013)
Description: A man falls in love with an operating system, leading to an exploration of what constitutes infidelity in a relationship with a non-human entity.
Fact: Spike Jonze wrote the screenplay specifically for Joaquin Phoenix, who was initially hesitant to take on the role.


The Congress (2013)
Description: An actress sells her digital likeness to a studio, leading to a surreal exploration of identity and fidelity in a world where reality and virtuality blur.
Fact: The film combines live-action with animation, creating a visually stunning experience.


The One I Love (2014)
Description: A couple, on the brink of divorce, attends a retreat where they encounter doppelgangers of themselves, leading to a surreal exploration of their relationship, including infidelity.
Fact: The film uses a unique narrative structure where the audience is kept guessing about the reality of the situation.


The Stepford Wives (1975)
Description: In this classic, a woman moves to the seemingly perfect town of Stepford, where she discovers that the wives are being replaced by docile, robot-like versions. The theme of infidelity is subtly woven through the narrative as the men seek to control their wives' behaviors.
Fact: The film was remade in 2004 with Nicole Kidman and Bette Midler, but the original is often considered more chilling and true to the source material.
