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Survivor
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Survivor (2000)

7.5
TV_PG

Survivor is a reality TV show where a group of contestants are stranded on a tropical island and must compete in challenges, form alliances, and strategize to avoid elimination. Each week, one contestant is voted out by their fellow tribe members until only one remains and is crowned the ultimate survivor.

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Alien
Movie

Alien(1979)

8.5
tomato93%
R
117Minutes

In the far reaches of deep space, the crew of a commercial spacecraft investigates a mysterious transmission and discovers a derelict spacecraft on a planetoid. One of the crew members, Kane, is attacked by a strange lifeform that attaches itself to his face. As they try to remove the creature, they realize it is feeding on oxygen and may be keeping Kane alive. The crew must now deal with the growing threat of the unknown lifeform and find a way to survive.

I Am Legend
Movie

I Am Legend(2007)

7.2
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PG_13
101Minutes

Years after a plague kills most of humanity and transforms the rest into monsters, the sole survivor in New York City, Robert Neville, struggles valiantly to find a cure. Driven by his grief and determination, Neville experiments with various vaccines in his laboratory, hoping to create a cure for the virus. Along the way, he faces the daily struggles of living in a post-apocalyptic world, battling monsters, and dealing with the loneliness of his isolation. As he fights to survive, Neville's past and the tragedy that led to his current situation constantly haunt him. When he encounters a group of immune survivors, including a woman named Anna and her son Ethan, Neville must decide whether to embrace hope and join them in their journey to find a safe haven or continue on his solitary quest to find a cure. In the end, Neville sacrifices himself to save Anna, Ethan, and the remaining survivors, leaving behind a legend of hope and resilience.

Alien: Covenant
Movie

Alien: Covenant(2017)

6.4
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R
122Minutes

In a prologue, business magnate Peter Weyland speaks with his newly activated android, who chooses the name David after observing a replica of Michelangelo's statue of David. The crew of the colonization ship Covenant is bound for a remote planet, Origae-6, but they discover an uncharted paradise with a threat beyond their imagination. They must attempt a harrowing escape from the planet and the dangerous alien creatures that inhabit it.

Gravity
Movie

Gravity(2013)

7.7
tomato96%
PG_13
91Minutes

After an accident leaves them stranded in space, two astronauts must work together to survive. With limited oxygen and time running out, they navigate through a debris field, make their way to the International Space Station, and attempt to reach a Chinese space station to find a way back to Earth. As they face various obstacles and near-death experiences, they must rely on their determination and resourcefulness to stay alive.

Cast Away
Movie

Cast Away(2000)

7.8
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PG_13
143Minutes

Chuck Noland, a FedEx executive, faces a life-altering experience when his plane crashes, leaving him stranded on a deserted island. As he navigates the challenges of survival, Chuck undergoes a deep transformation both physically and emotionally. After years of isolation and relying on his own resourcefulness, he is eventually rescued. However, upon returning to civilization, he is confronted with the realities of the life he left behind. Chuck's journey explores themes of resilience, loneliness, and the quest for purpose.

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Armor Hunter Merowlink
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Armor Hunter Merowlink (1989)

7.6

Armor Hunter Merowlink was a twelve episode anime OVA spinoff of Armored Trooper VOTOMS. It takes place in the same universe as VOTOMS, but the two stories are entirely independent of each other. Merowlink is the story of a soldier whose unit is sacrificed on the battlefield for reasons unknown. Although he was not meant to survive, the main character, Merowlink Ality, manages to survive only to be framed for a crime he did not commit. Merowlink escapes his captors and begins hunting down his former commanding officers, both to get revenge for his dead platoon members and to find out the nature of the conspiracy that led to their death. The series is available for download on Bandai Visual's official website and the Japanese DVD boxset was released on December 6, 2006. The series was previously issued twice on laserdisc, once as six individual volumes, and once as a three disc box set along with the two soundtracks. A blu-ray boxset was also recently released.

In the Heart of the Sea
Movie

In the Heart of the Sea(2015)

6.9
tomato42%
PG_13
122Minutes

In the Heart of the Sea is a thrilling historical adventure based on the true story of the whaling ship Essex. Captained by George Pollard and first mate Owen Chase, the crew sets out to hunt whales in the Pacific Ocean. However, their voyage takes a horrific turn when they encounter a massive, vengeful whale that sinks their ship and leaves them stranded at sea. As the crew battles starvation, dehydration, and their own dwindling sanity, they face moral dilemmas and resort to unthinkable acts of cannibalism to survive. This gripping tale of survival and the human spirit will leave you on the edge of your seat.

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Unbreakable
Movie

Unbreakable(2000)

7.3
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PG_13
106Minutes
AVP: Alien vs. Predator
Movie

AVP: Alien vs. Predator(2004)

5.7
tomato21%
PG_13
100Minutes

During an archaeological expedition on Bouvetøya Island in Antarctica, a team of scientists find themselves caught up in a battle between Aliens and Predators. As they explore an ancient pyramid, they inadvertently awaken an Alien queen and become trapped. With the help of a lone Predator, the surviving humans must fight to escape as the Aliens multiply. They discover that the Predators have been visiting Earth for centuries, using humans as hosts for the Aliens in a hunt. The survivors must ensure the Predators succeed in their hunt to prevent the Aliens from spreading further.

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The Thing
Movie

The Thing(2011)

6.2
tomato34%
R
103Minutes

At an Antarctica research site, graduate student Kate Lloyd and scientist Dr. Sander Halvorson discover an alien craft and bring back an organism encased in ice. As they study and attempt to extract tissue samples from it, they realize that it is an organism capable of replicating any living creature perfectly. The team faces paranoia and mistrust as they try to determine who has been assimilated by the creature and stop it from reaching civilization.

The Triangle
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The Triangle (2005)

6.5

The Triangle is a suspenseful TV mini-series that follows a group of scientists and a tabloid journalist as they embark on a dangerous journey to uncover the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle. As they delve deeper into the unknown, they encounter strange phenomena such as rapid aging, alternate realities, and time travel. The plot explores themes of survival, guilt, and the consequences of making tough decisions.

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The Elusive Samurai
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The Elusive Samurai (2024)

7.3

Set between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods, during the Kenmu Restoration, the story follows the tale of Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy on the run after his family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. With his only allies being a shady priest and his followers, the young lord must seek revenge and regain his glory, with his only weapon: a superhuman ability to flee and hide.

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The Descent: Part 2
Movie

The Descent: Part 2(2009)

5.7
tomato48%
R
94Minutes

In 'The Descent: Part 2,' a rescue team descends into a treacherous cave system in the Appalachian Mountains, encountering underground creatures and facing graphic violence. As they navigate the dangerous tunnels and claustrophobic spaces, they must confront their own cowardliness and fight for survival. The sole survivor of the previous expedition joins forces with the team to uncover the truth and escape the monstrous creatures.

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sole survivor

Discover a selection of movies and TV series featuring the captivating theme of "Sole Survivor." Explore compelling narratives that revolve around lone individuals who have miraculously survived catastrophic events or are the only ones left in their respective realms. These thrilling tales of resilience, ingenuity, and the human spirit are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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