Cast Away

In The Martian, Matt Damon plays an astronaut accidentally left behind on Mars, fighting for survival. This film blends science fiction with a very human story of persistence and ingenuity, echoing the survival elements present in Cast Away.

The Revenant showcases Leonardo DiCaprio's Oscar-winning performance as a fur trapper fighting for survival in the American wilderness after a brutal bear attack. Its intense focus on one man's struggle against nature will resonate with those who appreciate Cast Away.

Into the Wild is the true story of Christopher McCandless's journey into the Alaskan wilderness, seeking a life removed from society. The film explores the extreme lengths one man goes to in search of solitude and self-discovery, akin to the transformative journey in Cast Away.

Life of Pi tells the stunning visual story of a young boy stranded in the Pacific Ocean with only a Bengal tiger for company. Fans of Cast Away's themes of isolation and resilience will find much to admire in Ang Lee's adaptation of the best-selling novel.

Gravity follows an astronaut's desperate fight to return to Earth after a disaster in space. Sandra Bullock's solo performance against the backdrop of the vast emptiness of space captures a sense of isolation similar to that of Cast Away.

127 Hours chronicles the harrowing true story of Aron Ralston, a hiker who becomes trapped by a boulder in an isolated canyon. Like Cast Away, it's a gripping tale of survival and human perseverance, with a powerful performance from James Franco at its core.