Looking to inject some high-octane excitement into your Netflix queue?
Whether you’re into rowdy Westerns, smart detectives, high-flying superheroes, ravenous zombies, lively thieves, or resilient heroines, Netflix has the ideal action film for every thrill-seeker.
Navigating the streaming service can be tiresome when all you desire is to unwind and enjoy a movie. Therefore, we’ve streamlined the selection by showcasing the most adrenaline-fueled, action-packed films available on Netflix.
Here are the 25 top action movies currently airing on Netflix.
25. Train to Busan
If you prefer your action spiced with horror, Train to Busan is just for you. This South Korean thriller depicts a zombie epidemic on a train filled with regular folks. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, it chronicles a dedicated father and his young daughter as they confront fellow passengers transforming into zombies. The gripping action sequences are amplified by the inclusion of contortionists and the appearance of South Korean action icon Don Lee. You’ll view trains and escalators in a whole new light. — K.P.
How to watch: Train to Busan is now streaming on Netflix.
24. Hanna
In search of action with a fairy tale twist? Don’t miss Hanna, Joe Wright’s 2011 thriller about a young assassin portrayed by Saoirse Ronan. Trained by her father (Eric Bana) to become an unstoppable force, Hanna embarks on a mission to eliminate a CIA operative (Cate Blanchett). Throughout her journey, she befriends a family, encounters her first crush, and confronts a whistling assassin played by Tom Hollander. The action will quicken your pulse, but the father-daughter narrative may also tug at your emotions. — K.P.
How to watch: Hanna is now streaming on Netflix.
23. Upgrade
Logan Marshall-Green stars as Grey, an auto mechanic who suffers paralysis after a car accident that takes his wife’s life. Equipped with a chip that controls his movements, Grey engages with the technology, which motivates him to become a super-soldier. Just like any solid RoboCop tale, corporate entities aren’t to be trusted. — Jason Adams, Contributing Writer
How to watch: Upgrade is now streaming on Netflix.
22. Land of Bad
Land of Bad might appear cliché at the outset, featuring a band of soldiers stuck behind enemy lines in the Philippines. Russell Crowe plays “Reaper,” a drone operator delivering air support. Directed by William Eubank, the film serves as a decent B-movie with engaging action and suspense. — J.A.
How to watch: Land of Bad is now streaming on Netflix.
21. Sniper
Sniper, a 1990s action flick, stars Tom Berenger and Billy Zane as military sharpshooters assigned to take out a drug lord in the Colombian jungle. Director Luis Llosa crafts an action-packed experience, with gunfire that foreshadows The Matrix’s Bullet Time effects. — J.A.
How to watch: Sniper is now streaming on Netflix.
20. The Man From U.N.C.L.E.
Guy Ritchie’s 2015 espionage adventure features Henry Cavill as CIA agent Napoleon Solo, who collaborates with KGB agent Illya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer). The storyline is intricate, but Ritchie embraces the excitement, with spies attempting to save a physicist’s daughter from diabolical siblings. — J.A.
How to watch: The Man From U.N.C.L.E. is now streaming on Netflix.
19. Kraven the Hunter
Kraven the Hunter might not be a cinematic masterpiece, but it’s incredibly entertaining. The Spider-Man spinoff focuses on Kraven the Hunter (Aaron Johnson) as a vigilante, featuring other Spider-Man characters like The Rhino and Calypso. The action boasts intense fight sequences that are worth your time. — K.P.
How to watch: Kraven the Hunter is now streaming on Netflix.
18. The Union
Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry star in an action-comedy about an average Joe in Boston and a globe-trotting secret agent on a covert assignment. Explosive spy action intertwines with romantic comedy elements, featuring J.K. Simmons and Mike Colter. — K.P.
How to watch: The Union is now streaming on Netflix.
17. Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
Eddie Murphy reprises his role as Axel Foley in this fourth chapter, skillfully navigating public sentiment towards police while delivering Axel’s trademark humor. Featuring old pals and fresh faces, it’s a delightful blend of action and comedy. — K.P.
How to watch: Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is now streaming on Netflix.
16. The Town
Ben Affleck’s The Town follows a group of bank robbers, with Affleck’s character Doug developing a relationship with a hostage. The film showcases intense heist sequences and boasts an outstanding ensemble cast. — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: The Town is now streaming on