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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.

Mars Express

1. Mars Express

Animation Science Fiction Action Mystery Adult Animation
7.5
20231h 29min

Overview

In 2200, private detective Aline Ruby and her android partner Carlos Rivera are hired by a wealthy businessman to track down a notorious hacker. On Mars, they descend deep into the underbelly of the planet's capital city where they uncover a darker story of brain farms, corruption, and a missing girl who holds a secret about the robots that threatens to change the face of the universe.

Themes

Corporate influence, Autonomy vs control, Exploitation of androids, Coexistence tension, Activism and liberation, Mind manipulation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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12.12: The Day

2. 12.12: The Day

Drama Thriller Action War History
7.5
20232h 22min

Overview

After the assassination of President Park, martial law has been declared. A coup d'état bursts out by Defense Security Commander Chun Doo-gwang and a private band of officers following him. Capital Defense Commander Lee Tae-shin, an obstinate soldier who believes the military should not take political actions, fights against Chun Doo-gwang to stop him. The conflict between the two grows while military leaders are holding their decision and Defense Minister is gone. In the midst of chaos, the spring of Seoul that everyone longed for heads to unexpected direction.


Please Don't Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain

3. Please Don't Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain

Comedy Adventure Action
6.0
20231h 32min

Overview

When three friends who live together realize that they don't like their life trajectory, they set off to find a gold treasure that is rumored to be buried in the nearby mountain.


The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes

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

Science Fiction Action Dystopian Sci-Fi Epic Action
6.6
20232h 37min

Overview

64 years before he becomes the tyrannical president of Panem, Coriolanus Snow sees a chance for a change in fortunes when he mentors Lucy Gray Baird, the female tribute from District 12.

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

5. The Marvels

Science Fiction Adventure Action Superhero Action Space Sci-Fi
5.5
20231h 45min

Overview

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

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Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Godzilla Minus One

6. Godzilla Minus One

Science Fiction Horror Action Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Monster Horror
7.7
20232h 4min

Overview

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

7. Wingwomen

Action Comedy Drama Vehicle-Driven Action Buddy Comedy
5.7
20231h 54min

Overview

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

8. In the Land of Saints and Sinners

Action Thriller Crime Revenge Thriller Organized Crime
6.4
20231h 46min

Overview

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

9. Ballerina

Action Thriller One-Person Army Revenge Thriller
6.3
20231h 33min

Overview

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
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The Promised Land

10. The Promised Land

Action Drama History Historical Drama Epic Action
7.7
20232h 7min

Overview

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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