Children of Men vs The Book of Eli

Children of Men has the higher audience score (7.6/10 against 6.8/10 for The Book of Eli). Children of Men is the shorter watch at 1h 49m compared with 1h 58m. Children of Men is the older of the two (2006 against 2010). Both are action, science fiction, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.

Children of Men posterChildren of Men2006 VS The Book of Eli posterThe Book of Eli2010
Children of MenThe Book of Eli
Audience score★ 7.6/10★ 6.8/10
Year20062010
Length1h 49m1h 58m
GenresAction, Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerAction, Science Fiction, Thriller
Country––
DirectorAlfonso CuarónAlbert Hughes, Allen Hughes
Main castPeter Mullan, Charlie Hunnam, Clive Owen, Michael Caine, Danny HustonRay Stevenson, Jennifer Beals, Mila Kunis, Gary Oldman, Denzel Washington

Synopsis

Children of Men

In 2027, in a chaotic world in which humans can no longer procreate, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea, where her child's birth may help scientists save the future of humankind.

The Book of Eli

A post-apocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across America in order to protect a sacred book that holds the secrets to saving humankind.

Where to watch

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