12 Monkeys (1995)
In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet.
The past can be changed, and those changes directly reshape the present and future — with all the risks that entails.
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North follows Harry, a man who relives his life repeatedly with full memory of his previous iterations, as he uncovers a secret society of others like him.
The Butterfly Effect (2004)
Evan Treborn suffers blackouts during significant events in his life. As he grows up, he finds a way to remember these lost memories and a supernatural way to alter his life by reading his journal.
The US Version of Life on Mars
The US adaptation of Life on Mars offers a unique twist on the acclaimed UK original. While the core premise remains the same, the American version leans more heavily into science fiction and time travel themes, culminating in a controversial finale.
Life on Mars: Exploring Time Travel in a Groundbreaking Series
Life on Mars stands out as one of the most innovative TV shows in the realm of time travel narratives. Airing from 2006 to 2007 in the UK and later adapted for other markets, the series combines science fiction, crime drama, and psychological mystery elements.
Time Travel in Outlander
Outlander, based on Diana Gabaldon’s bestselling book series, is a historical romance leaning on intricate use of time travel. At its heart, Outlander is a tale of love, loyalty, and survival, but it is also a masterclass in the narrative potential of time travel. The series uses time travel not as a mere plot device but as a lens to explore identity, destiny, and the impact of individual actions across generations.
Tenet (2020)
Armed with only the word “Tenet,” and fighting for the survival of the entire world, CIA operative, The Protagonist, journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a global mission that unfolds beyond real time.
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War (2018), the universe is in ruins. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers assemble once more in order to reverse Thanos’ actions and restore balance to the universe.
Rick and Morty (2013-)
The fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.
