Netflix Sci-Fi Series Codes: Every Hidden Science Fiction Category
Netflix's science fiction catalog is one of the platform's deepest and most diverse content libraries. From prestige original series like Dark, Altered Carbon, and 3 Body Problem to international sci-fi productions from South Korea, Spain, and France, to action-driven blockbuster films and cerebral concept-driven features — the platform carries every register of science fiction storytelling.
The challenge is that "Sci-Fi" as a single category collapses radically different viewing experiences into one browsable row. Hidden codes separate the sub-genres, letting you find exactly the flavor of speculative fiction you want.
Complete Netflix Sci-Fi Code List
Core Science Fiction
| Category | Code |
|---|---|
| Sci-Fi & Fantasy | 1492 |
| Sci-Fi TV Shows | 1372 |
| Sci-Fi & Fantasy TV | 1372 |
| Action Sci-Fi & Fantasy | 1568 |
Sub-Genre Codes
| Sub-Genre | Code | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Alien Sci-Fi | 3327 | Extraterrestrial contact, invasion narratives |
| Sci-Fi Thrillers | 5505 | Psychological and suspense-driven sci-fi |
| Cyberpunk | 1568 | Near-future dystopia, tech noir |
| Space & Galaxy | 3327 | Deep space exploration, cosmic scale |
| Time Travel | 5763 | Temporal paradox and alternate timeline stories |
| Dystopian Dramas | 1568 | Collapsed societies, authoritarian futures |
International Sci-Fi (Netflix's Hidden Strength)
| Category | Code |
|---|---|
| Korean Movies | 10398 |
| Spanish-Language Sci-Fi | 67673 |
| International TV Shows | 78367 |
| Japanese Anime Sci-Fi | 2729 |
Animated Sci-Fi
| Category | Code |
|---|---|
| Anime Sci-Fi | 2729 |
| Animated Movies | 11881 |
| Action Sci-Fi & Fantasy | 1568 |
How to Use These Codes
www.netflix.com/browse/genre/[CODE]
Best Code Combinations for Sci-Fi Discovery
For cerebral, concept-driven sci-fi: Sci-Fi TV Shows (1372) + Psychological Thrillers (5505)
For action-forward sci-fi: Action Sci-Fi & Fantasy (1568) + Superhero Movies (8857)
For international sci-fi excellence: Korean Movies (10398) + International TV (78367)
For animated sci-fi: Anime Sci-Fi (2729) + Action Sci-Fi (1568)
International TV Shows (78367) filtered with Sci-Fi intent surfaces some of Netflix's most underappreciated content — Dark from Germany, 3 Body Problem adapted from the Chinese novel, Ragnarok from Norway. The platform's international sci-fi output frequently outpaces its English-language equivalent in ambition and originality.
Last updated: April 2026