Expanding the universe established in the original trilogy, 'The Bourne Legacy' introduces a new protagonist, Aaron Cross, played by Jeremy Renner, who is an agent in a different, equally clandestine program called Outcome. Written and directed by Tony Gilroy, who co-wrote the previous Bourne films, this story delves into the consequences of Jason Bourne's actions on other parts of the intelligence community. While Matt Damon does not appear, the film maintains the high-stakes espionage and skilled operative themes, featuring thrilling chase sequences and showcasing Cross's enhanced physical and mental capabilities as he tries to survive being hunted.

'The Raid 2' expands the scope and scale of its predecessor exponentially. Picking up shortly after the first film, police officer Rama (Iko Uwais) goes undercover to expose corrupt police officials and the criminal underworld. While retaining the incredible martial arts action that made the first film famous, the sequel adds complex plotlines, new characters, and massive, elaborate action sequences including muddy prison brawls, high-speed car chases, and multi-person fights featuring diverse fighting styles and weapons. It's an ambitious and successful follow-up that delivers even more action.

Prepare for non-stop, jaw-dropping action! Gareth Evans' 'The Raid' is an Indonesian martial arts film that is almost purely focused on delivering incredible fight choreography. A SWAT team is tasked with raiding a high-rise apartment building controlled by a ruthless crime lord. What ensues is a brutal, floor-by-floor fight for survival. Starring Iko Uwais, a practitioner of the Indonesian martial art Pencak Silat, the film showcases incredibly dynamic and inventive hand-to-hand combat and close-quarters gunplay. It's a relentless barrage of perfectly executed action sequences that set a new bar for the genre.

Ben Affleck stars in 'The Accountant' as Christian Wolff, a savant with autism who works as a forensic accountant for dangerous criminal organizations. When he takes on a legitimate client, he becomes a target and must use his unique set of skills – which include being a highly capable fighter and marksman – to protect himself and uncover a conspiracy. Directed by Gavin O'Connor, the film balances complex financial plotting with sudden, brutal action sequences. It's an intriguing character study mixed with a thrilling action narrative about a man with extraordinary abilities operating outside the norm.

The third collaboration between Liam Neeson and director Jaume Collet-Serra sees Neeson as a businessman on his daily train commute who is contacted by a mysterious stranger offering him a large sum of money to identify a hidden passenger before the last stop. What starts as an intriguing proposition quickly escalates into a dangerous conspiracy. Similar to 'Non-Stop', the train setting provides a contained environment for the action and mystery to unfold. Neeson's character is an everyman forced into an extraordinary situation, relying on wit and unexpected skills to survive.

Liam Neeson and director Jaume Collet-Serra team up again for 'Non-Stop', an action-thriller set almost entirely on an airplane. Neeson plays a U.S. Air Marshal who receives a series of cryptic text messages threatening to kill a passenger every 20 minutes unless a ransom is paid. The confined setting creates immense tension, turning the airplane into a pressure cooker as Neeson's character races against time to identify the hijacker among the passengers and crew. It's a clever premise that utilizes its limited space effectively, delivering suspense and bursts of action in a high-stakes environment.

Often considered the peak of the original trilogy, 'The Bourne Ultimatum' sees Jason Bourne finally closing in on the truth of his identity and the Treadstone program that created him. Paul Greengrass returns to direct, delivering a relentless, globe-trotting chase as Bourne outsmarts and outfights the full force of the CIA. The film is a masterclass in escalating tension and complex action choreography, featuring standout sequences like the Waterloo Station surveillance evasion and the rooftop chase in Tangier. It provides a thrilling conclusion to Bourne's initial journey, showcasing his unparalleled skills one last time in this arc.

Paul Greengrass takes the directorial reins for 'The Bourne Supremacy', amplifying the intensity and global scope established in the first film. Jason Bourne is living off the grid when he's framed for a crime, forcing him back into the world of espionage he tried to escape. Greengrass's signature documentary-style camerawork and rapid editing make the action sequences feel incredibly immediate and visceral, whether it's a tense car chase through Moscow or a brutal hand-to-hand fight. Matt Damon continues to excel as the haunted but highly efficient operative, pushing the character deeper into his quest for answers.

Meet the amnesiac operative who redefined action thrillers! 'The Bourne Identity' stars Matt Damon as a man pulled out of the Mediterranean Sea with no memory of who he is, but possessing extraordinary physical and linguistic skills. Based on Robert Ludlum's novel, the film, directed by Doug Liman, set a new standard for realistic, close-quarters combat and dynamic, often shaky-cam, action sequences in real-world European locations. It introduced the enduring character of Jason Bourne, a resourceful and highly capable individual trying to uncover his past while evading those who want him dead. It's a foundation stone for many action films that followed.

Liam Neeson delivers another dose of thrilling action in 'Unknown'. Here, he plays Dr. Martin Harris who wakes up from a coma in Berlin to find that his identity has been stolen and his wife doesn't recognize him, seemingly replaced by another man. As he tries to piece together what happened and reclaim his life, he finds himself pursued by unknown assassins. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, who would go on to collaborate with Neeson multiple times, the film features a compelling mystery element mixed with frantic chase sequences through the streets of Berlin. It keeps you guessing while delivering the kind of skilled-protagonist-on-the-run action that fans of 'Taken' appreciate.

Get ready for a masterclass in action! 'John Wick' introduces Keanu Reeves as a legendary hitman forced out of retirement by the theft of his car and the killing of his puppy – a final gift from his deceased wife. This simple premise explodes into a deep dive into a hidden world of assassins with their own rules and currency, centered around the iconic Continental Hotel. Directed by former stuntmen Chad Stahelski and David Leitch (uncredited on the first film), the action is meticulously choreographed, showcasing Keanu Reeves' dedication to performing his own stunts, particularly in the signature 'gun-fu' style that blends firearms with martial arts. It's stylish, cool, and features some of the best modern action sequences you'll find.

Step aside, because Denzel Washington is back to dispense justice in 'The Equalizer'! He plays Robert McCall, a man with a mysterious past who believes he's put violence behind him, until he meets a young girl forced into the control of vicious Russian gangsters. Drawing inspiration from the classic TV series, McCall is a master of improvisation, using everyday objects as deadly weapons, often calculating his moves with chilling precision before engaging. Director Antoine Fuqua crafts a stylish and often brutal urban landscape where McCall operates, delivering satisfyingly sharp action sequences rooted in a strong moral code. It's a fantastic watch for anyone who enjoys seeing a highly capable individual systematically dismantle criminal enterprises.

If you loved the intense, personal stakes of 'Taken', you absolutely HAVE to see 'Man on Fire'! Denzel Washington delivers a powerhouse performance as a former CIA operative turned bodyguard who goes on a relentless rampage when the young girl he protects is kidnapped. Directed by Tony Scott, this film is steeped in a gritty, sun-drenched atmosphere of Mexico City, amplified by a unique, pulsing soundtrack from Lisa Gerrard and Harry Gregson-Williams. The film is known for its kinetic visual style, employing jump cuts and subtitles in dynamic ways, reflecting the protagonist's fractured state of mind. It's a story about protection, vengeance, and a man pushed beyond his limits, making it a spiritual predecessor to the 'skilled operative seeks justice' genre that 'Taken' popularized.