Time Travel Movies

Experience cinematic brilliance in the TTI Library's film collection, where every frame reveals tales of time's elasticity and cosmic wonders. Spotlighting both iconic classics and avant-garde wonders, our selection celebrates storytelling that challenges, enchants, and inspires.
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
06/30/2023
An aging archaeologist races against a former Nazi to prevent the use of a legendary artifact that could alter the course of history through time travel.
Bill & Ted Face the Music
08/28/2020
A beloved duo returns in a comedic adventure that dives into the complexities of time travel, legacy, and the enduring power of music to unite humanity. This sequel delivers humor and heart while exploring philosophical ideas.
Terminator: Dark Fate
20191101
Robots, timelines, and the relentless march of fate collide in this action-packed sequel that explores the ethical implications of AI and the resilience of human spirit in the face of insurmountable odds.
Avengers: Endgame
20190426
The ultimate showdown in a superhero saga spanning over a decade, this blockbuster film grapples with complex themes of sacrifice, legacy, and the ethical dimensions of time travel as a means to right cosmic wrongs.
Your Name.
04/27/2017
A breathtaking anime about two teenagers mysteriously swapping bodies, crossing time and space to find each other. This masterpiece explores the intricacies of fate, love, and the fabric of the universe, resonating with both anime fans and general audiences.
Terminator Genisys
20150705
A soldier travels back to protect the future leader's mother, only to find the timeline altered and a new future threat emerging.
Coherence
20140826
A dinner party spirals into existential chaos as a comet passes overhead, leading to eerie doppelgängers and multiple realities. This mind-bending thriller blends quantum theory with intimate human drama for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
In Time
20111028
In a world where time is literally money, one man's accidental fortune becomes a race against the clock in this pulse-pounding, conceptually rich thriller.
Star Trek
20090507
The fate of the galaxy rests in the unlikely partnership between the impulsive James Kirk and the logical Spock, as they lead their crew through unimaginable dangers, reigniting the human adventure.
Timecrimes
20080627
A man inadvertently steps back in time and creates chaos as he encounters several versions of himself. A low-budget Spanish thriller that unwinds a complex temporal knot, leading to unexpected moral dilemmas and dark humor.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
20040604
A magical coming-of-age tale that infuses elements of time travel, dark fantasy, and folklore to explore themes of innocence, destiny, and the ethical complexities of altering timelines.
Minority Report
20020621
In a future where psychics predict crimes before they happen, a top cop must prove his innocence when he's accused of a future murder. This riveting thriller navigates ethical quandaries and questions the infallibility of predictive justice.
Donnie Darko
20011026
A troubled teen navigates a world of alternate realities, guided by a mysterious figure, as time and fate unravel around him.
Being John Malkovich
19991203
A hidden portal that leads directly into the mind of an iconic actor. A surreal journey through identity, consciousness, and the blurred boundaries between self and others.
Star Trek: First Contact
19961122
A starship crew travels back in time to prevent a cybernetic collective from changing history and assimilating humanity.
Twelve Monkeys
19960105
A convict is sent back in time to collect information about a devastating virus that annihilated most of humanity. This dystopian thriller weaves a complex tapestry of fate, insanity, and the relentless march of time.
Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home
19861126
The crew of a futuristic starship travels back to 20th-century Earth to save an extinct species and ensure the future survival of humanity.
Back to the Future
07/03/1985
An iconic film about a teenager's accidental journey through time, where altering the past leads to paradoxes, alternate timelines, and a race to secure his future.
Back to the Future Part III
A time-traveling DeLorean catapults its passengers into the Wild West, weaving a tapestry of adventure, romance, and science fiction that delves into themes of destiny, historical impact, and the immutable nature of time.
Predestination
A temporal agent embarks on his final mission to apprehend a notorious terrorist, leading to a mind-bending journey filled with paradoxes and identity crises. This enigmatic thriller explores the complexities of fate, choice, and the nature of existence.
Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey
Two lovable slackers confront their evil robot doubles and navigate the afterlife in this zany sequel. A blend of comedy, fantasy, and metaphysics, the film explores profound themes through its delightfully absurd lens.