Altered

If you want science fiction that respects its own premise, Altered is available in the UK on Amazon Prime Video right now. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. With 120 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Tom Felton sets the tone, and the world-building does the rest. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

There is a reason Altered keeps coming up in conversation. Altered uses its genre premise as cover for asking bigger questions. In an alternate present, genetically enhanced humans dominate society. Outcasts Leon and Chloe fight for justice against corrupt politicians exploiting genetic disparity, risking everything to challenge the oppressive system. Tom Felton and Aggy K. Adams lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2025. The world-building is meticulous enough to sustain multiple rewatches, with details early on that only make sense later. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Viewers burned by ambitious sci-fi that could not sustain its premise should give Altered a chance. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Tom Felton's performance is the anchor the more ambitious moments need. The world-building pays off in ways you will not anticipate on a first watch.