Top 10 Action Films on Human Experiments

Description: A scientist's experiment to teleport matter goes horribly wrong when he merges with a fly. This film is a classic example of the dangers of unchecked scientific ambition.

Fact: Jeff Goldblum's performance as Seth Brundle earned him a Saturn Award nomination for Best Actor. The film's special effects were groundbreaking for its time.

Description: A psychotherapist enters the mind of a comatose serial killer to find his latest victim. While not strictly about human experiments, it delves into the psychological manipulation and the dark recesses of the human mind.

Fact: The film's surreal visual style was inspired by the works of Salvador Dalí and H.R. Giger. Jennifer Lopez was paid $4 million for her role.

Description: A remake of the 1962 classic, this film involves a soldier brainwashed into becoming an assassin. It's a political thriller with action sequences that explore themes of mind control and manipulation.

Fact: The film was directed by Jonathan Demme, who also directed "Silence of the Lambs." The original film was based on a novel by Richard Condon.

Description: In a dystopian future, clones are bred for organ harvesting, but one clone, Lincoln Six Echo, starts to question his existence and leads a rebellion. This film perfectly encapsulates the theme of human experimentation with its chilling premise and high-stakes action.

Fact: The film was inspired by the novel "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley. It also features a cameo by Michael Clarke Duncan, who plays Starkweather Two Delta.

Description: Four friends abduct an alien they believe is responsible for their abductions years ago. The film combines action with horror, focusing on the aftermath of alien experimentation on humans.

Fact: The film was directed by Eduardo Sánchez, one of the directors of "The Blair Witch Project." It was shot in just 20 days.

Description: Based on the infamous Stanford prison experiment, this film shows how quickly power can corrupt when volunteers are divided into prisoners and guards. It's a psychological thriller with action elements, highlighting the dark side of human nature.

Fact: The film is a remake of the German film "Das Experiment" from

Description: A woman discovers her abusive ex has used an invisibility suit to stalk her. While not directly about experiments on humans, it explores the theme of technology being used to manipulate and control.

Fact: The film was directed by Leigh Whannell, who also directed "Upgrade." It's a modern take on H.G. Wells' classic novel, focusing on domestic abuse and technology.

Description: A group of researchers bring a dead subject back to life, only to discover that the resurrection has unintended side effects. This film delves into the moral and physical repercussions of tampering with life and death.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Resurrection" but was changed to avoid confusion with other movies. It was also one of the last films to feature Mark Duplass before he focused more on producing.

Description: After a brutal attack, a man receives a cybernetic implant that not only heals him but also gives him superhuman abilities, leading to a quest for revenge. This film blends action with sci-fi horror, exploring themes of technology and human enhancement.

Fact: The film was shot in 52 days. The director, Leigh Whannell, also co-created the "Saw" franchise.

Description: Two genetic engineers create a human-animal hybrid, Dren, which leads to unforeseen consequences. The film explores the ethical boundaries of science and the consequences of playing God.

Fact: The creature Dren was played by both a female and a male actor to show the character's transformation. The film was banned in some countries due to its controversial content.