Hey audio enthusiasts, have you ever wondered which movies pack the ultimate punch when testing your surround sound system? We’ve got you covered. Let’s dive straight into the no-nonsense list of the best movies to test surround sound, no fluff, just the real deal.
Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
Dive into the futuristic soundscape of Blade Runner 2049, where the thumping beats and intricate sound effects will have your surround sound system working over time. It’s not just a movie, it’s an auditory experience.
The story of this movie goes like this: Officer K, played by Ryan Gosling, discovers a long-buried secret with society-altering potential.
This revelation sends him on a mission to locate Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), a former blade runner missing for 30 years. The ensuing pursuit promises a tale of suspense, intrigue, and long-held secrets.
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
Get ready for a sonic apocalypse. Mad Max: Fury Road is a relentless symphony of chaos that will push your speakers to the limit. If your surround sound survives this, it’s a keeper.
In a post-apocalyptic world dominated by Immortan Joe, survivors are enslaved in the desert fortress, the Citadel. Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron) leads a daring escape with Joe’s five wives, allying with Max Rockatansky (Tom Hardy), a former captive.
Using the War Rig, an armoured truck, they engage in a deadly high-speed chase through the Wasteland to evade the ruthless warlord and his henchmen.
Dunkirk (2017)
Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk isn’t just a war epic; it’s an auditory masterpiece. The ticking clock, the crashing waves – if your surround sound can handle the intensity, you’re on the right track.
The synopsis of this movie is as follows: In May 1940, Germany’s advance into France trapped Allied troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. With air and ground cover from British and French forces, a meticulous evacuation unfolded.
Using any available naval and civilian vessels, a heroic effort saw the safe evacuation of 330,000 French, British, Belgian, and Dutch soldiers by the mission’s end.
Gravity (2013)
In space, no one can hear you scream, but they can hear the stunning sound design of Gravity—a minimalist approach with maximum impact – a perfect litmus test for your surround sound.
Dr. Ryan Stone (Sandra Bullock), a medical engineer, and veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky (George Clooney) face catastrophe when their shuttle is destroyed during a spacewalk.
Stranded in deep space with no contact with Earth, panic sets in. Their only hope of return lies in venturing further into space.
The Matrix (1999)
Take the red pill and immerse yourself in the mind-bending audio world of The Matrix. This classic doesn’t just bend reality; it bends your perception of what your surround sound system can do.
Neo (Keanu Reeves) seeks answers about the elusive Matrix, believing Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) holds the key.
Contacted by Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), Neo is led into an underworld, meeting Morpheus and engaging in a brutal battle against intelligent secret agents. The pursuit of truth could cost Neo more than just his life.
References for the Best Movies To Test Surround Sound
- Blade Runner 2049 [IMDB.COM]
- Mad Max: Fury Road [IMDB.COM]
- Dunkirk [IMDB.COM]
- Gravity [IMDB.COM]
- The Matrix [IMDB.COM]