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Adventure Epic movies

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

My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission

1. My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission

Animation Action Adventure Science Fiction Anime
7.0
20211h 45min

Overview

A mysterious group called Humarize strongly believes in the Quirk Singularity Doomsday theory which states that when quirks get mixed further in with future generations, that power will bring forth the end of humanity. In order to save everyone, the Pro-Heroes around the world ask UA Academy heroes-in-training to assist them and form a world-class selected hero team. It’s up to the heroes to save the world and the future of heroes in what is the most dangerous crisis to take place yet in My Hero Academia.

Themes

Power transfer ethics, Hero under threat, Team cohesion under strain, School under strain, Mentor responsibility, Leadership during war

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
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The Green Knight

2. The Green Knight

Adventure Drama Fantasy Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy
6.6
20212h 10min

Overview

An epic fantasy adventure based on the timeless Arthurian legend, The Green Knight tells the story of Sir Gawain, King Arthur's reckless and headstrong nephew, who embarks on a daring quest to confront the eponymous Green Knight, a gigantic emerald-skinned stranger and tester of men.

Themes

Leadership under scrutiny, Quest as test, Honor under pressure, Ritual obligation and consequence, Temptation and fidelity, Mythic fate vs agency

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins

3. Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins

Action Adventure Martial Arts Action Adventure Epic
5.4
20212h 1min

Overview

After saving the life of their heir apparent, tenacious loner Snake Eyes is welcomed into an ancient Japanese clan called the Arashikage where he is taught the ways of the ninja warrior. But, when secrets from his past are revealed, Snake Eyes' honor and allegiance will be tested – even if that means losing the trust of those closest to him.

Themes

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Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans

4. Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans

Animation Fantasy Family Action Adventure
6.6
20211h 46min

Overview

The Guardians of Arcadia reunite to battle the nefarious Arcane Order, who've reawakened the primordial Titans.

Themes

Duty under pressure, Team cohesion under threat, Power vs restraint, Preparation for time travel, Trust within unstable alliances, Consequences of awakened power

Available on

Netflix
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Rurouni Kenshin: The Final

5. Rurouni Kenshin: The Final

Action Adventure History Drama Epic Action
7.2
20212h 18min

Overview

In 1879, Kenshin and his allies face their strongest enemy yet: his former brother-in-law Enishi Yukishiro and his minions, who've vowed their revenge.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Memory and trauma, Revenge cycles, Grudges fueling conflict, Violence as catalyst, Hidden past shaping actions

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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Mortal Kombat

6. Mortal Kombat

Action Fantasy Adventure Martial Arts Action Mythological Fantasy
6.1
20211h 50min

Overview

Washed-up MMA fighter Cole Young, unaware of his heritage, and hunted by Emperor Shang Tsung's best warrior, Sub-Zero, seeks out and trains with Earth's greatest champions as he prepares to stand against the enemies of Outworld in a high stakes battle for the universe.

Themes

Betrayal and alliance, Guardianship under pressure, Destiny vs agency, Competition as trial, Training as weapon, Lineage and legacy

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Godzilla vs. Kong

7. Godzilla vs. Kong

Action Science Fiction Adventure Epic Action Epic Sci-Fi
6.3
20211h 54min

Overview

In a time when monsters walk the Earth, humanity’s fight for its future sets Godzilla and Kong on a collision course that will see the two most powerful forces of nature on the planet collide in a spectacular battle for the ages.

Themes

Power and responsibility, Coexistence under threat, Corporate secrecy and control, Energy as conflict driver, Humans and monsters uneasy alliance, Technology and biology clash

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Zack Snyder's Justice League

8. Zack Snyder's Justice League

Action Adventure Fantasy Superhero Action Adventure Epic
7.9
20214h 2min

Overview

Determined to ensure Superman's ultimate sacrifice was not in vain, Bruce Wayne aligns forces with Diana Prince with plans to recruit a team of metahumans to protect the world from an approaching threat of catastrophic proportions.

Themes

Cross-cultural alliance, Saving the world, Resilience through loss, Planet invasion alliance, Metahuman operatives, Superhero team formation, Resurrection moment

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Raya and the Last Dragon

9. Raya and the Last Dragon

Animation Family Fantasy Action Adventure
7.3
20211h 47min

Overview

Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people.

Themes

Betrayal within alliances, Intertribal trust under pressure, Fragmentation unity under threat, Loyalty of a lone warrior, Alliances forged in crisis, Disguise of a dragon

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Flora & Ulysses

10. Flora & Ulysses

Family Adventure Comedy Fantasy Animal Companion Family
6.2
20211h 31min

Overview

When Flora rescues a squirrel she names Ulysses, she is amazed to discover he possesses unique superhero powers, which take them on an adventure of humorous complications that ultimately change Flora's life--and her outlook--forever.

Themes

Family strain, Creative resilience, Unconventional family dynamics, Fugitive pursuit, Parental career pressure, Child agency

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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