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The best sci-fi & fantasy on Criterion Channel right now

Right now the best sci-fi & fantasy films and series on Criterion Channel in the United States are Flow (2024), Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995) and The Prisoner (1967). This is the top 24 streaming there today, ranked by how well rated each one is, how many people have rated it, and what people are watching now.

Updated November 12, 2026 · streaming in the United States

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  1. 2. Neon Genesis Evangelion1995

    Series · 1 seasonSci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, Drama★ 8.6

    At the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind's last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to finish the job.

    Stream onNetflixCriterion Channel

  2. 3. The Prisoner1967

    Series · 1 seasonDrama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery★ 7.7

    After resigning, a secret agent is abducted and taken to what looks like an idyllic village, but is really a bizarre Kafkaesque prison. His warders demand information. He gives them nothing, but only tries to escape.

    Stream onPrime VideofuboTVCriterion ChannelNight Flight Plus+8

  3. 23. World on a Wire1973

    Series · 1 seasonDrama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery★ 7.3

    In the future, Simulacron, a computer project simulating reality, encounters strange occurrences after its leader's death. Dr. Stiller questions the sudden disappearance of a friend and wonders if Simulacron holds the answers.

    Stream onCriterion Channel

  4. 24. Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex2002

    Series · 2 seasonsAnimation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy★ 8.2

    In the future when technological enhancements and robotics are a way of life, Major Motoko Kusanagi and Section 9 take care of the jobs that are too difficult for the police.

    Stream onYouTube TVCriterion ChannelSpectrum On Demand (free)Roku Channel (free)+3

Questions

What are the best sci-fi & fantasy films and series on Criterion Channel right now?
In the United States, as of November 12, 2026: Flow (2024), rated 8.0 out of 10 on TMDB, then Neon Genesis Evangelion and The Prisoner.
How is this list made?
Watchwalla asks TMDB for everything of this kind that streams in your country today, ranks it by rating (pulled toward the middle until enough people have rated a title), with a nudge for what's new and what people are watching now, and refreshes the list every day. Streaming availability comes from JustWatch, through TMDB.
Can it pick something for me?
Yes. The picker at watchwalla.com/tonight asks who's watching, how much time you have and what you're in the mood for, and gives three picks streaming where you are. Sign in and every title also gets a match score for your own taste.

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