8 action films with 8.0+ IMDb rating  

Arshi Khanam

The Dark Knight (9.0)

Christopher Nolan’s top-notch superhero film sequel follows the fierce battle between the vigilante Batman and the anarchist Joker in the crime-infested Gotham City.  

Inception (8.8)   

Leonardo DiCaprio’s enthralling action sci-fi film follows the thrilling story of a unique thief who infiltrates people’s minds to steal coveted information.

Star Wars: Episode IV (8.6)   

This action and sci-fi film carried forward the shining legacy of the Star Wars franchise with its 4th instalment. It revolves around Luke Skywalker and his forces as they battle Darth Vader to save the galaxy.    

Gladiator (8.5)

With a star-studded ensemble cast, this fascinating historical action movie revolves around Maximus as he grapples to climb the ranks as a gladiator and avenge his family’s murder.   

Spider-Man: No Way Home (8.2)   

Rich in visual effects and performances, this superhero flick revolves around the titular character as he seeks help from Doctor Strange in hiding his exposed identity before it is too late.   

Top Gun Maverick (8.2)   

Tom Cruise leads the thrilling action-adventure sequel to his 1986 film Top Gun. The plot revolves around his deadly quest as he embarks on a mission to train a group of elite TOPGUN graduates.   

Kill Bill: Volume 1 (8.2)   

Packed with a captivating performance by Uma Thurman, this visually stunning martial arts film revolves around a pregnant assassin as she exacts deadly revenge on the eponymous Bill.  

The Terminator (8.1)   

James Cameron's epic action franchise blends sci-fi to trace a unique take on cyberpunk. It follows a gripping battle of survival and a deadly quest between a cyborg assassin and a soldier.