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Why people love it

Audiences latched onto The New Mutants (2020) as a science fiction theatrical experience: big enough for a group watch, specific enough to reward a second viewing once you know where it's headed. The science fiction and horror blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 34m · ★ 6.1

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  1. 96match

    1.Resident Evil (2002)

    ★ 6.7 · Horror · Action · Science Fiction · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Resident Evil (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    2.Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004)

    ★ 6.4 · Horror · Action · Science Fiction · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    3.Extinction (2015)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Adventure · Horror · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Extinction (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    4.Iron Man (2008)

    ★ 7.7 · Action · Science Fiction · Adventure · 2h 6m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Iron Man (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    5.Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

    ★ 7.0 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 2h 4m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    6.Logan (2017)

    ★ 7.8 · Action · Drama · Science Fiction · 2h 17m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, Logan (2017) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Disney Plus
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    7.X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)

    ★ 7.5 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 2h 12m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    8.X-Men: Apocalypse (2016)

    ★ 6.5 · Action · Adventure · Science Fiction · 2h 24m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    9.The Incredible Hulk (2008)

    ★ 6.2 · Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, The Incredible Hulk (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    10.The Wolverine (2013)

    ★ 6.4 · Action · Science Fiction · Adventure · 2h 6m

    Why you'll love it

    If The New Mutants clicked for you, The Wolverine (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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FAQ

What should I watch after The New Mutants?
Try Resident Evil, Resident Evil: Apocalypse, Extinction—each shares DNA with The New Mutants while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The New Mutants?
The New Mutants (2020) is best described as Science Fiction, Horror, Action. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The New Mutants part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "X-Anthology" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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