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Adventure Epic movies

Grand adventures with sweeping journeys and world-level stakes that can change nations, civilizations, or history.

171. The Expendables 2

The Expendables 2
Action Adventure Thriller Military Action Adventure Epic
6.6
20121h 43minUnited States, Bulgaria
Director: Simon West

Overview

Mr. Church reunites the Expendables for what should be an easy paycheck, but when one of their men is murdered on the job, their quest for revenge puts them deep in enemy territory and up against an unexpected threat.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under pressure, Revenge as motive, Mercenary ethics, Black market weapons, Oppression of workers

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172. Snow White and the Huntsman

Snow White and the Huntsman
Adventure Fantasy Drama Adventure Epic Dark Fantasy
6.1
20122h 7minUnited States
Director: Rupert Sanders

Overview

After the Evil Queen marries the King, she performs a violent coup in which the King is murdered and his daughter, Snow White, is taken captive. Almost a decade later, a grown Snow White is still in the clutches of the Queen. In order to obtain immortality, The Evil Queen needs the heart of Snow White. After Snow escapes the castle, the Queen sends the Huntsman to find her in the Dark Forest.

Themes

Forest isolation, Eternal youth pressure, Deception as control, Evil queen tyranny, Magic sovereignty, Immortality quest

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173. The Avengers

The Avengers
Science Fiction Action Adventure Superhero Action Adventure Epic
8.0
20122h 23minUnited States
Director: Joss Whedon

Overview

When an unexpected enemy emerges and threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins!

Themes

Teamwork under threat, Leadership under pressure, Interagency collaboration under threat, Resource manipulation under control, Power as leverage, External manipulation under siege

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174. Mirror Mirror

Mirror Mirror
Adventure Comedy Family Fantasy Adventure Epic
5.6
20121h 46minUnited States
Director: Tarsem Singh

Overview

After she spends all her money, an evil enchantress queen schemes to marry a handsome, wealthy prince. There's just one problem - he's in love with a beautiful princess, Snow White. Now, joined by seven rebellious dwarves, Snow White launches an epic battle of good vs. evil...

Themes

Political manipulation, Rebellion and alliance, Economic inequality, Deception and treachery, Romance as political tool, Taxation and governance

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175. John Carter

John Carter
Action Adventure Science Fiction Epic Action Adventure Epic
6.6
20122h 12minUnited States
Director: Andrew Stanton

Overview

John Carter is a war-weary, former military captain who's inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars) and reluctantly becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. It's a world on the brink of collapse, and Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Political manipulation, Identity and allegiance, Resource exploitation, Military duty vs humanity, Alliances and power

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176. War Horse

War Horse
War History Adventure World War I Historical Event
7.2
20112h 26minUnited States, India
Director: Steven Spielberg

Overview

On the brink of the First World War, Albert's beloved horse Joey is sold to the Cavalry by his father. Against the backdrop of the Great War, Joey begins an odyssey full of danger, joy, and sorrow, and he transforms everyone he meets along the way. Meanwhile, Albert, unable to forget his equine friend, searches the battlefields of France to find Joey and bring him home.

Themes

Duty under fire, Captivity and escape, War disrupts rural life, Loyalty beyond ownership, Endurance and loss, Bonds across hardship

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177. The Three Musketeers

The Three Musketeers
Adventure Action Thriller Adventure Epic Epic Action
5.7
20111h 50minUnited States, United Kingdom
Director: Paul W. S. Anderson

Overview

The hot-headed young D'Artagnan along with three former legendary but now down on their luck Musketeers must unite and defeat a beautiful double agent and her villainous employer from seizing the French throne and engulfing Europe in war.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under pressure, Power struggles, Political manipulation, King of france power, Three musketeers loyalty, Alliance and trust dynamics

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178. Captain America: The First Avenger

Captain America: The First Avenger
Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.9
20112h 4minUnited States
Director: Joe Johnston

Overview

During World War II, Steve Rogers is a sickly man from Brooklyn who's transformed into super-soldier Captain America to aid in the war effort. Rogers must stop the Red Skull – Adolf Hitler's ruthless head of weaponry, and the leader of an organization that intends to use a mysterious device of untold powers for world domination.

Themes

Power and responsibility, Duty under pressure, Technological arms race, Propaganda and public image, Loyalty under hardship, Transformation and identity

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179. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Adventure Fantasy Quest Fantasy Adventure Epic
8.1
20112h 10minUnited Kingdom, United States
Director: David Yates

Overview

Harry, Ron and Hermione continue their quest to vanquish the evil Voldemort once and for all. Just as things begin to look hopeless for the young wizards, Harry discovers a trio of magical objects that endow him with powers to rival Voldemort's formidable skills.

Themes

Good versus evil, Battle as growth catalyst, Saving the world through sacrifice, Magic as responsibility, Teen fantasy coming of age, Self sacrifice as duty

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180. Thor

Thor
Adventure Fantasy Action Mythological Fantasy Superhero Action
7.0
20111h 55minUnited States
Director: Kenneth Branagh

Overview

Against his father Odin's will, The Mighty Thor - a powerful but arrogant warrior god - recklessly reignites an ancient war. Thor is cast down to Earth and forced to live among humans as punishment. Once here, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Legitimacy versus rebellion, Exile and belonging, Hubris and responsibility, Duty and sacrifice, Power and governance

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