Movies like After Earth

In this post-apocalyptic tale, Denzel Washington plays a lone wanderer in a desolate world who must protect a sacred book that holds the secrets to saving mankind. Its thematic elements of survival and a perilous journey make it resonate with viewers who appreciate After Earth’s storyline.

Will Smith stars as the last man on Earth battling against mutated beings in an abandoned New York City. The themes of isolation and survival against all odds in I Am Legend are akin to the challenges faced in After Earth.

Set in a future where Earth has been devastated, Oblivion follows a drone repairman who discovers a deeper conspiracy about the planet’s fate. Fans of After Earth's post-apocalyptic adventure will find the survivalist themes and stunning visuals of Oblivion equally captivating.

Set in a future where the wealthy live on a luxurious space station while the poor struggle on a ruined Earth, Elysium tackles themes of class disparity and environmental destruction, similar to the backdrop of After Earth.

In Pandorum, astronauts awaken on a spaceship with no memory of their mission or identities, discovering horrors within the ship. The film’s themes of rediscovery and survival against unknown threats align well with the core of After Earth.