Beyond Time Travel: What Is The Next Sci Fi Obsession ?

What makes a movie a cult classic? From quirky characters to rebellious vibes, some films—like Back to the Future—go beyond cult status and become cultural obsessions. But at the heart of so many sci-fi stories is one idea we can’t let go of: time travel. From The Time Machine to The Terminator, we’re hooked on bending time. It’s mysterious, thrilling, and oh-so-tempting—who wouldn’t want a redo on life?
But here’s the question: have we leaned on time travel too long? Is it time for sci-fi to evolve and find the next big idea that grips us just as fiercely? In this video, we dive into why time travel rules sci-fi, what makes it so enduring, and whether there’s a fresh concept waiting to take its place. What’s the next obsession that’ll define the genre for generations? Let’s explore.