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Why people love it

People revisit Transcendence for the same reason it broke through in 2014: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a science fiction rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Wally Pfister keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The thriller and science fiction blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 59m · ★ 6.1

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  1. 96match

    1.WarGames (1983)

    ★ 7.1 · Thriller · Science Fiction · Drama · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, WarGames (1983) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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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  2. 94match

    2.Archive (2020)

    ★ 6.3 · Science Fiction · Drama · Fantasy · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, Archive (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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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    • Netflix
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    3.Wifelike (2022)

    ★ 6.7 · Science Fiction · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 46m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, Wifelike (2022) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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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    4.The Artifice Girl (2023)

    ★ 6.8 · Science Fiction · Thriller · Mystery · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, The Artifice Girl (2023) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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.Her (2013)

    ★ 7.8 · Romance · Science Fiction · Drama · 2h 6m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, Her (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in science fiction and drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    6.The Island (2005)

    ★ 6.7 · Action · Thriller · Science Fiction · 2h 16m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, The Island (2005) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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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    • Amazon Prime Video
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    7.Upgrade (2018)

    ★ 7.5 · Action · Thriller · Science Fiction · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, Upgrade (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and science fiction, 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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    • Netflix
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    8.Eagle Eye (2008)

    ★ 6.5 · Mystery · Thriller · Action · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, Eagle Eye (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and mystery, 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 Sum of All Fears (2002)

    ★ 6.4 · Thriller · Action · Drama · 2h 4m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, The Sum of All Fears (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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 Kingdom (2007)

    ★ 6.7 · Thriller · Action · Drama · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If Transcendence clicked for you, The Kingdom (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in thriller and drama, 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 Transcendence?
Try WarGames, Archive, Wifelike—each shares DNA with Transcendence while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Transcendence?
Transcendence (2014) is best described as Thriller, Science Fiction, Drama, Mystery. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Transcendence worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.1/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this thriller lane.

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