The growing environmental concern over synthetic plastic pollution has witnessed an increasing trend in demand for eco-friendly alternatives in food packaging. Starch-based films are a promising solution due to their biodegradable, renewable, and sustainable nature. Derived from abundant natural resources such as corn, potato, and cassava, starch-based films offer an excellent potential to replace conventional plastics in food packaging, significantly reducing synthetic waste and its adverse effects on biodiversity. This review article comprehensively discusses the recent advances in the development of starch-based films. Various production methods, such as casting, forming, and extrusion, are elaborated, highlighting their influence on film characteristics. Furthermore, the article explores the applications of starch-based films in preserving food quality and extending shelf life. Challenges such as film brittleness, hydrophilicity, and scalability are addressed, along with the prospects for overcoming these limitations through innovations in biopolymer technology. By replacing synthetic plastics with starch-based films, the food industry can play a pivotal role in mitigating pollution, protecting ecosystems, and promoting sustainability in packaging solutions.