3 sci-fi films to check out on Peacock in May 2025

      This month, take a trip back ten years to enjoy some fantastic sci-fi films from the 2010s that are currently available for streaming. There's a Sylvester Stallone movie that, while not regarded as one of his finest, offers some delightfully cheesy entertainment if that's what you're after.

      These three sci-fi films on Peacock to watch in May 2025 are dark, foreboding, and exhilarating. Notably, two of them showcase a post-apocalyptic setting—one set in the past and the other far into the future.

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      Turbo Kid (2015)

      Fusing post-apocalyptic storytelling with superhero elements and sci-fi, Turbo Kid has it all. Set in 1997, the narrative centers on The Kid (Munro Chambers), a comic-book enthusiast navigating an alternate post-apocalyptic realm known as The Wasteland, dominated by the malevolent overlord Zeus (Michael Ironside). He encounters Apple (Laurence Leboeuf), an eccentric and assertive young woman with whom he eventually forms a bond and develops feelings for. After discovering remnants of a character from his beloved comic book, The Kid transforms into a superhero and embarks on a quest to rescue Apple when she is abducted.

      The plot of Turbo Kid has parallels with other stories, such as the Fallout series, making it an excellent next watch after bingeing that show. Garnering overwhelmingly positive reviews, Turbo Kid is a nostalgic thrill.

      Stream Turbo Kid on Peacock.

      Bleeding Steel (2017)

      If you’re a fan of Jackie Chan, Bleeding Steel is a must-see. Although this sci-fi cyberpunk action flick didn’t do well at the box office, it’s packed with continuous action and impressive fight sequences, sure to satisfy. The narrative follows Special Agent Lin Dong (Chan) on a mission to save Dr. James (Kym Gyngell), a crucial witness whose life is in peril. The storyline intensifies as it jumps 13 years into the future, where Dong uncovers a shocking truth regarding his ill daughter.

      While Bleeding Steel may not rank among Chan's top films, it's a worthwhile addition for his fans. He’s set to appear next in Karate Kid: Legends alongside Ralph Macchio.

      Stream Bleeding Steel on Peacock.

      Judge Dredd (1995)

      Travel back two decades with Judge Dredd, the Sylvester Stallone sci-fi action film often considered one of the actor’s lesser works. Nonetheless, there's something comforting about watching something so delightfully cheesy. Set in 2139, Earth has turned into a hazardous wasteland, where Judges serve as police, jury, and executioner. Judge Joseph Dredd (Stallone) is among the most feared and is charged with preventing a war in Mega-City One.

      The movie features impressive visual effects for its era, including animatronics, hydraulically powered effects, and striking prosthetic makeup. Striking a unique balance between action-packed storytelling and parody, Judge Dredd was remade in 2012 with Dredd, which has garnered a cult following and revved up interest in the original.

      Stream Judge Dredd on Peacock.