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Action movies

Explosive stunts, high-speed chases, and adrenaline-pumping battles where heroes face impossible odds.

Subgenres include: Epic Action, Vehicle-Driven Action, One-Person Army.

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes

521. The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes

Science Fiction Action Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.6

20232h 37min

Germany, United States

Director: Francis Lawrence

The film follows the rise of young Coriolanus Snow, many years before he becomes Panem’s dictator. He is assigned as the mentor of Lucy, a poor girl from District 12, and must help her win the 10th annual Hunger Games.

Themes

Survival under pressure, Class inequality through governance, Oppression through spectacle, Power via mentorship, Rebellion as consequence, Loyalty tested by betrayal

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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The Marvels

522. The Marvels

Science Fiction Adventure Action Superhero Action Space Sci-Fi
5.5

20231h 45min

United States

Director: Nia DaCosta

When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole linked to a Kree revolutionary, Carol's powers become entangled with that of Jersey City super-fan Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, and Carol's estranged niece, now S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together, this unlikely trio must team up and learn to work in concert to save the universe.

Themes

"movie: the marvels. genres: science fiction, Adventure, Action, Science fiction, Adventure, Action main themes: hero, Superhero, Space travel, Hero, Superhero, Space travel full keywords list: hero, Superhero, Space travel, Based on comic, Sequel, Teenage girl, Aftercreditsstinger, Duringcreditsstinger, Marvel cinematic universe (mcu), Woman director, Space adventure, Absurd, Foreboding. concept analysis: the film explores themes of interconnectedness and the importance of collaboration in overcoming adversity. it highlights the personal growth of its characters as they learn to embrace their identities and work together for a greater cause."

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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In postwar Japan, Godzilla brings new devastation to an already scorched landscape. With no military intervention or government help in sight, the survivors must join together in the face of despair and fight back against an unrelenting horror.

Themes

Found family, Survivor guilt, Collective sacrifice, Government inaction, Postwar resilience, Duty versus action, Nuclear-age threat

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Wingwomen

524. Wingwomen

Action Comedy Drama Vehicle-Driven Action Buddy Comedy
5.7

20231h 54min

France

Director: Mélanie Laurent

Tired of life on the run, a pro thief decides to retire — but not before one easy last job with her partner in crime and a feisty new getaway driver.

Themes

Female friendship under pressure, Deception within alliances, Motherhood and crime, Crime career vs family, Ambiguous patron relationships, Loyalty in heist crews, Autonomy within crime networks

Available on

Netflix
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In the Land of Saints and Sinners

525. In the Land of Saints and Sinners

Action Thriller Crime Revenge Thriller Organized Crime
6.4

20231h 46min

Belgium, France

Director: Robert Lorenz

In a remote Irish village, a damaged Finbar is forced to fight for redemption after a lifetime of sins, but what price is he willing to pay? In the land of saints and sinners, some sins can't be buried.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under threat, Cycles of violence, Moral ambiguity under pressure, Trauma of conflict, Vigilantism versus law

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Ballerina

526. Ballerina

Action Thriller One-Person Army Revenge Thriller
6.3

20231h 33min

South Korea

Director: Lee Chung-hyun

Grieving the loss of a best friend she couldn't protect, an ex-bodyguard sets out to fulfill her dear friend's last wish: sweet revenge.

Themes

Trauma and resilience, Secrecy and exposure, Exploitation and resistance, Evidence as leverage, Power and control networks, Vigilantism and justice

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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The Promised Land

527. The Promised Land

Action Drama History Historical Drama Epic Action
7.7

20232h 7min

Denmark, Germany

Director: Nikolaj Arcel

Denmark, 1755. Captain Ludvig Kahlen sets out to conquer a Danish heath reputed to be uncultivable, with an impossible goal: to establish a colony in the name of the king, in exchange for a royal title. A single-minded ambition that the ruthless lord of the region will relentlessly seek to put down. Kahlen's fate hangs in the balance: will his endevours bring him wealth and honour, or cost him his life...?

Themes

Labor exploitation, Land ownership conflict, Colonial ambition, Legal bans and enforcement, Upheaval of settlers, Betrayal and power shifts

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Freelance

528. Freelance

Action Comedy Military Action Satire
5.6

20231h 48min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: Pierre Morel

An ex-special forces operative takes a job to provide security for a journalist as she interviews a dictator, but a military coup breaks out in the middle of the interview, they are forced to escape into the jungle where they must survive.

Themes

"movie: freelance. genres: action, Comedy, Action, Comedy main themes: coup d'etat, Dictatorship, Political assassination, Coup d'etat, Dictatorship, Political assassination full keywords list: coup d'etat, Dictatorship, Political assassination, Duringcreditsstinger, Investigative journalism, Ex special forces, Fictional city. concept analysis: the film explores the moral ambiguities of loyalty and survival in the face of political corruption and personal betrayal. it highlights the struggle between personal duty and the greater good, Questioning the lengths one will go to protect their loved ones amidst chaos."

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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57 Seconds

529. 57 Seconds

Thriller Science Fiction Action Time Travel Sci-Fi Mind Game Thriller
5.4

20231h 39min

Czechia, United States

Director: Rusty Cundieff

When a tech blogger lands an interview with a tech guru and stops an attack on him, he finds a mysterious ring that takes him back 57 seconds into the past.

Themes

"movie: 57 seconds. genres: thriller, Science fiction, Action, Thriller, Science fiction, Action main themes: technology, Time travel, Revenge, Technology, Time travel, Revenge full keywords list: technology, Time travel, Revenge, Based on short story, High tech. concept analysis: an exploration of the ethical limits of technology and the consequences of wielding power over time. it examines the personal motivations behind seeking justice and the potential dangers of manipulation in pursuit of one's goals."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Dogman

530. Dogman

Action Drama Crime Psychological Drama Organized Crime
6.8

20231h 55min

France, United States

Director: Luc Besson

A boy, bruised by life, finds his salvation through the love of his dogs.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Abusive father, Dog companionship, Crime and survival, Education through theatre, Performance as identity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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