Top 10 Sci-Fi Films Featuring Adopted Children

Description: A young boy named Hogarth befriends a giant robot from space, forming an unlikely but touching bond, akin to an adoptive relationship, as they navigate the complexities of friendship and identity.

Fact: The film was initially a box office disappointment but has since gained a cult following. Brad Bird, the director, went on to direct "The Incredibles" and "Ratatouille."

Description: In a seemingly utopian world, Jonas is selected to inherit the position of Receiver of Memory, where he learns about the past and the concept of family, including adoption, from the Giver.

Fact: The film is based on Lois Lowry's novel of the same name. Meryl Streep, who plays the Chief Elder, was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role.

Description: Two siblings find a box of mysterious toys from the future, which leads them on an adventure that involves time travel and the preservation of humanity. The children are essentially adopted by the future to save the past.

Fact: The film was inspired by the short story "Mimsy Were the Borogoves" by Lewis Padgett. The title "Mimzy" comes from a nonsensical word in the story, which is a play on "mimsy" from "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll.

Description: In a post-apocalyptic city, two teenagers, Lina and Doon, who are essentially adopted by the city's system, must find a way out before their underground home collapses. Their journey is one of discovery and survival.

Fact: The film is based on the novel "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau. The city's design was inspired by the works of H.G. Wells and Jules Verne.

Description: In this remake, an alien named Klaatu arrives on Earth with a warning about humanity's future. He forms a bond with a young boy, who is essentially adopted by Klaatu's mission to save Earth.

Fact: The original 1951 film was added to the National Film Registry for its cultural significance. Keanu Reeves plays Klaatu in the remake.

Description: Billy Stone, an orphan, finds a magical medallion that sends him and his friends on a time-traveling adventure, where they encounter an adopted family in ancient times, teaching them about the true meaning of family.

Fact: The film was produced by the creators of "Fireproof" and "Courageous." It was shot in Thailand, adding to its exotic appeal.

Description: In a world where an alien species has taken over human bodies, a young woman named Melanie Stryder fights to protect her identity and her adopted brother, Jamie, from the invaders. This film beautifully captures the bond between siblings, even in the face of an alien takeover.

Fact: The film is based on Stephenie Meyer's novel of the same name, who is also known for the "Twilight" series. Saoirse Ronan, who plays Melanie, had to learn to speak with an American accent for this role.

Description: A boy born on Mars, who has been raised by scientists, comes to Earth to find his biological mother and forms a bond with a girl, essentially adopting each other as family in their quest for identity.

Fact: The film was shot in New Mexico, which doubled for Mars and Earth locations. Asa Butterfield, who plays the lead, had to undergo extensive physical training for the role.

Description: After a mysterious disease kills most of America's children, the survivors develop superpowers. Ruby, one of the survivors, escapes from a government camp and joins a group of other kids, including her adopted family, to fight for their freedom.

Fact: The film is based on the first book of a trilogy by Alexandra Bracken. The character of Ruby was originally supposed to be played by Amandla Stenberg, but she had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.