Moscow, with its rich history and iconic landmarks, has often been a backdrop for films that explore the future. This collection of sci-fi movies not only showcases the city's potential as a futuristic setting but also delves into themes of technology, dystopia, and human nature. Whether you're a fan of Russian cinema or just love the genre, these films provide a fascinating glimpse into what Moscow might look like in the future.

The Darkest Hour (2011)
Description: An alien invasion hits Moscow, turning the city into a battleground where survivors must fight invisible enemies with unique abilities.
Fact: The film was a Hollywood-Russian co-production, aiming to bring a global audience to the Russian capital's sci-fi landscape.


The Day Watch (2006)
Description: The sequel to "Night Watch," this film continues the epic battle between the forces of Light and Darkness, set against the backdrop of modern-day Moscow with a twist of futuristic elements.
Fact: The film was shot in Moscow, utilizing real locations like the Moscow Metro and Red Square, giving it an authentic feel. It was also one of the first Russian films to use extensive CGI.


The Inhabited Island (2009)
Description: Based on the Strugatsky brothers' novel, this film depicts a future where a young man crash-lands on an alien planet, which turns out to be Earth, with Moscow transformed into a dystopian city.
Fact: The film's setting was inspired by the real-life Moscow, with many scenes shot in the city's outskirts to give a post-apocalyptic vibe.


Hard to Be a God (2013)
Description: This adaptation of the Strugatsky brothers' novel explores themes of intervention and observation, set in a medieval-like world that could be interpreted as a future Moscow.
Fact: The film's director, Aleksei German, spent over a decade working on this project, making it one of the longest-gestating films in Russian cinema history.


The Blackout (2019)
Description: In this post-apocalyptic thriller, Moscow is depicted as a city in ruins, where survivors must navigate through a world without electricity and face unknown threats.
Fact: The film features real locations in Moscow, showcasing how the city might look after a catastrophic event.


The Ugly Swans (2006)
Description: This adaptation of Strugatsky's novel features a dystopian Moscow where children with special abilities are hunted by the government.
Fact: The film's setting was inspired by the real-life Moscow, with many scenes shot in the city's outskirts to give a post-apocalyptic vibe.


The Last Warrior (2017)
Description: While not strictly sci-fi, this fantasy film includes elements of time travel and alternate realities, with Moscow serving as a portal to a magical world.
Fact: The film was a major box office success in Russia, showcasing Moscow's potential as a setting for fantasy and sci-fi narratives.


The Guardians (2017)
Description: A team of Soviet superheroes, including a man with the power to control electricity, fight to save Moscow from a villainous threat.
Fact: The film was inspired by the Soviet Union's own superhero comics, giving a unique twist to the superhero genre.


Attraction (2017)
Description: An alien spaceship crashes in Moscow, leading to a clash between humans and extraterrestrials, with the city becoming a battleground for survival.
Fact: The film was a major success in Russia, leading to a sequel, "Invasion," which continued the story in Moscow.


The Spacewalker (2017)
Description: Although more historical than sci-fi, this film about the first spacewalk includes futuristic elements and showcases Moscow as the hub of Soviet space exploration.
Fact: The film was shot in real locations, including the Star City cosmonaut training center near Moscow, providing an authentic backdrop.
