Science fiction is an oxymoron. Science is the study and theoretical explanation of natural phenomena in an orderly way, but fiction is something that is created or imaginary. If science describes fact while fiction is something created or imaginary, how does science fit into science fiction? It turns out that science can play a very important role in science fiction. Science makes the fiction much more plausible. But science does not make fact out of fiction. This curriculum unit challenges students to identify how much science is in science fiction. The goal of this curriculum is to use science fiction films to enhance student understanding of scientific principles and to develop student’s critical thinking skills by analyzing scientific principles that are accurately portrayed in film vs. those that are violated. Through a variety of teaching strategies and student activities, the students will develop a skill set of analytical thinking processes that they can utilize in a much greater scope in society. Students develop their abilities to identify, prioritize, critique and research specific scientific topics in the informal, enjoyable process of watching and scrutinizing a movie. Students will also tackle the ethical implications of the film and the scientific principles portrayed. Ultimately, these skills can be applied to a wide scope of situations when science is inaccurately portrayed, allowing the students to be more informed and educated about science and its role in society. There are a variety of student activities in this curriculum guide. Each activity aims to reinforce scientific principles as well as develop student’s higher level thinking skills. Students will be eager to participate in these activities because movies and film have become such an integral part of entertainment for young people. Once hooked on a story line, there is a natural progression of curiosity that will motivate their interest in the extension activities. This curriculum unit also contains an extensive list of films and bibliography of references for both teacher and student.