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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.

Captain America: Brave New World

1. Captain America: Brave New World

Action Thriller Science Fiction Superhero Action Political Thriller
5.6
20251h 59min

Overview

After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

Themes

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Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

2. The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

Animation Fantasy Action Animated Fantasy Adventure Dark Fantasy
6.1
20251h 32min

Overview

When human sailors are attacked by mysterious creatures of the deep, only one person can stop the war between land and sea: the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Loyalty under pressure, Forbidden romance, Royal manipulation, Merfolk human alliance, Land sea conflict

Available on

Netflix
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Love Hurts

3. Love Hurts

Action Comedy Romance Buddy Comedy Romantic Comedy
5.3
20251h 23min

Overview

A realtor is pulled back into the life he left behind after his former partner-in-crime resurfaces with an ominous message. With his crime-lord brother also on his trail, he must confront his past and the history he never fully buried.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Money laundering exposure, Strip club dynamics, Past-life confrontation, Real estate agent identity, Romantic tension amid danger

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Ne Zha 2

4. Ne Zha 2

Animation Fantasy Adventure Action
8.0
20252h 24min

Overview

After a catastrophic event leaves their bodies destroyed, Ne Zha and Ao Bing are granted a fragile second chance at life. As tensions rise between the dragon clans and celestial forces, the two must undergo a series of perilous trials that will test their bond, challenge their identities, and decide the fate of both mortals and immortals.


Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants

5. Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants

Action Drama History
6.4
20252h 27min

Overview

Under Genghis Khan, the Mongolian army pushes west to destroy the Jin Dynasty, setting its sights on the Song Dynasty next. Amid internal conflicts among martial arts schools, Guo Jing unites the Central Plains' warriors to defend Xiangyang, embodying courage and loyalty in the fight for the nation.


Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force

6. Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force

Action Fantasy War
6.2
20252h 25min

Overview

Taishi Wen Zhong led the army of Shang Dynasty including Deng Chanyu and four generals of the Mo Family to Xiqi. With the help of Kunlun immortals such as Jiang Ziya, Ji Fa led the army and civilians of Xiqi to defend their homeland.


Detective Chinatown 1900

7. Detective Chinatown 1900

Comedy Mystery Action
6.0
20252h 15min

Overview

In 1900, a white woman was murdered in Chinatown in San Francisco, and the suspect was a Chinese man. The murder caused social shock, and people demanded the closure of Chinatown.


Dog Man

8. Dog Man

Family Comedy Adventure Animation Action
6.3
20251h 29min

Overview

When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born. Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve—and fetch, sit and roll over. As Dog Man embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief, he must stop the pretty evil plots of feline supervillain Petey the Cat.

Themes

Loyalty under threat, Identity through transformation, Loneliness and belonging, Abuse and abandonment, Shared custody and chosen family, Cloning and resurrection consequences

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Flight Risk

9. Flight Risk

Action Thriller Vehicle-Driven Action Cover-Up Thriller
5.3
20251h 31min

Overview

A U.S. Marshal escorts a government witness to trial after he's accused of getting involved with a mob boss, only to discover that the pilot who is transporting them is also a hitman sent to assassinate the informant. After they subdue him, they're forced to fly together after discovering that there are others attempting to eliminate them.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Institutional corruption, Deception and impersonation, Trust and suspicion, Collateral damage in pursuit of justice, Risk and duty in law enforcement

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Back in Action

10. Back in Action

Action Comedy Spy Action Buddy Comedy
5.9
20251h 54min

Overview

Fifteen years after vanishing from the CIA to start a family, elite spies Matt and Emily jump back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown.

Themes

Hidden past resurfacing, Betrayal within alliances, Power through technology, Legacy deception under pressure, Family under constant threat, Loyalty versus secrecy

Available on

Netflix
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