As we swiftly navigate through 2023, the world of cinema, especially the action genre, continues to evolve. Netflix, being the leading streaming platform, remains at the forefront of presenting the finest in heart-pounding, exhilarating action movies. Here’s a roundup of the top 10 action movies you shouldn’t miss on Netflix this year:
- Army of the Dead(2021)
Dave Bautista stars in the action/zombie/heist hybrid that’s already a ratings hit for the streamer. With Zack Snyder’s Justice League this spring this is Hot on the heels of a long-in-gestation triumph, the fan-favorite director returns (without studio meddling) with a successor to his first (and arguably best) feature, 2004 remake Dawn of the Dead.
2. The Sleepover (2020)
The Sleepover was a bona fide hit for Netflix, one of the top programs on the service since its release. The action comedy was directed by Trish She, with a screenplay by Sarah Rothschild. Malin Akerman and Joe Manganiello star in this family-friendly Netflix original, about tween siblings who discover their seemingly normal mom is actually a badass in the witness protection program.
3. Triple Frontier (2019)
All is Lost and A Most Violent Year helmer J.C. Chandor’s thriller (story by Mark Boal) sees U.S. Army colleagues reunite for a heist of a South American crime lord.Amzing A-list cast including Charlie Hunnam, Ben Affleck, Pedro Pascal, Oscar Isaac and Garrett Hedlund.
4. Red Notice (2021)
Cute yet deadly this is Netflix’s biggest movie . Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot star in the comic actioner about an Interpol agent pursuing the world’s most wanted art thief ever received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics, but continues to direct massive traffic for the streamer.
5. Uncharted (2022)
Wow from Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg, who are in a league of their own when it comes to this kind of thing. Now where to begin with Uncharted? Why on the continental surface of Earth were critics so harsh to it? Based on the long-running, critically acclaimed adventure game series about strong-willed everyman explorer Nathan Drake, the box-office hit boasts magnetic, funny and physical performances.
6. Extraction (2020) & Extraction 2 (2023)
. Extraction has received mostly positive reviews, and debuted on Netflix to massive viewership .One of the most popular Netflix movies ever stars Chris Hemsworth as a notorious mercenary tasked with rescuing the kidnapped son of an international crime lord. It’s sequel is bigger and more exciting with even more over-the-top action sequences.
7. RRR (2022)
When we talk about action movies how can we miss the epic Rajamouslli’s RRR. Eith a touching bromance between stars N.T. Rama Roa Jr. and Ram Charan. The VFX are outlandish but remarkably detailed and eye-popping. The Rs stand for rise, roar, revolt—and international audiences have certainly risen and roared in response to this crossover hit of South Indian cinema, now streaming on Netflix. An epic buddy action musical that’s sort of about real-life Indian revolutionaries and their struggle funny, bloody and kinetic relations.
8. Gladiator (2000)
Aren’t you excited enough, now lets go back in the era of hard core action and actual terror. It’s harder to find a more lauded action film than Gladiator. The sword-and-sandals epic starring Russell Crowe as Maximus the fearless swordsman and Joaquin Phoenix as the sniveling Commodus was nominated for 12 Oscars, taking home five for Best Picture, Actor, Costume Design, Visual Effects and Sound.
9. The Dark Knight (2008)
Here comes the super hero league with one of the best known for a towering Heath Ledger performance that gave the movie an air of myth months before it was released. The Dark Knight‘s head-scratching exclusion from the Best Picture race was a key factor in a major rule changeup the following year. Christopher Nolan’s aggressive expansion of the Batman saga was one of the most thrilling crime sagas since Heat, critically revered as it became the fourth film to gross $1 billion worldwide, forever altering the way audiences and movie studios would look at the superhero film.
10. Enola Holmes (2020) & Enola Holmes 2 (2022)
With a good sequel this movies shows women as a mainstream lead. For thefun romp for the whole family. Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown leads these critically acclaimed Netflix exclusives based on the popular YA series by Nancy Springer. Brown plays the younger sister of Britain’s most famous detective; Sam Claflin, Henry Cavill and Helena Bonham Carter appear in supporting roles. Originally planned as a Warner Bros. theatrical release.
In Conclusion
Netflix, in 2023, has outdone itself by offering a smorgasbord of action films that cater to a variety of tastes. Whether you’re in the mood for some futuristic sci-fi action, gritty urban combat, or high-stakes espionage, there’s something for every action enthusiast. So, grab your popcorn and gear up for some electrifying cinematic experiences!
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Nice list. Missed Enola Holmes and Extraction sequels. Now on my watchlist.