Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

This 2021 hit became the second-highest-grossing Chinese film ever by presenting familial love and sacrifice in an unprecedented way.

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Even seven years after it was released, the time-travel film’s theme of treasuring the time spent with loved ones remains remarkably relevant, particularly during the pandemic.

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

The first two seasons of the German sci-fi series gained popularity for their mind-bending depiction of time travel. The third season brings the sprawling saga to an end.

Caroline Forrey, Miami University, Ohio

These movies add intriguing concepts and social commentary to a familiar subgenre.

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

As with any show about time travel, the question is not where, who or how, but when.