50 Best Action Movies of All Time

Action movies that will keep you on the edge of your seat

If you feel the need for speed, explosions, and nonstop action, you’re in the right place. Our favorite action movies run the gamut from mind-bending and thought-provoking to implausible and completely absurd (yet still super fun). But regardless of their specific style, they all have one thing in common: They take us away from it all. Our problems seem a little less intense while we watch innocent fugitives on the run or martial-arts experts taking on a slew of ne’er-do-wells. Action movies also happen to be some of the best movies around.

Whether you love your action movies with a side of comedy, drama, or romance, or you’re looking for a thriller or a family-friendly movie, we’ve got loads of choices for you. How did we formulate this list? We based our choices on box office performance, Oscar buzz, and all-around entertainment value. One caveat: We didn’t include any Star Wars movies, but that’s only because they belong in a category of their own. So without further ado, grab some popcorn and get ready to get your pulse racing and your adrenaline pumping with the best action movies of all time.

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