Action & Adventure Movies

Jennifer Lawrence Didn't Want The Hunger Games To Influence Young People Negatively

Jennifer Lawrence knew her role in"The Hunger Games" would influence young fans, and she wanted to make sure they were getting the right message.

Rick Deckard sits in a vehicle in Blade Runner

What Is A 'Blade Runner' Anyway?

Ever wondered what a Blade Runner is and where Ridley Scott's iconic film got its title in the first place?

Actors Who Were Injured Filming Marvel Movies

Actors in Marvel movies put themselves through a lot physically while filming, and some of them have ended up getting hurt.

Every Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie, Ranked

With the film franchise going since 1990, it's pretty clear how the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movies stack up with each other.

Jesse James against a wheat field (2026)

5 Best Western Movies Of The 2000s, According To Letterboxd

The 2000s saw the Western film get back in the saddle, and these five Letterboxd champions showcase what the decade found in the dusty old genre.

Forget Magneto: This X-Men Villain's Helmet Blocked Xavier's Power Way Before The Movie

Decades before Sir Ian McKellen's Magneto hit the big screen, another major X-Men character's headgear was able to block. Professor X's psychic attacks.

Short Round in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

Ke Huy Quan Gushes Over Working On Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom

Actor Ke Huy Quan recently gushed over working on "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" and the way in which it changed his life forever on a podcast.

John Wayne smiling and wearing a cowboy hat

Why John Wayne Was Nicknamed 'The Duke'

Why was John Wayne known as 'The Duke'? Here's an even better question: why was the iconic Western star known as John Wayne?

Close-up of Michaela Coel as Lori Butler in The Christophers

5 Best Crime Movies Of 2026 (So Far)

Watching movies about crime are way more fun than getting arrested for committing your own. 2026 already offers a great new selection to choose from.

Hangman smirks knowingly in Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Glen Powell Was A Budding Reality TV Star Before Top Gun: Maverick

You may know him now for his role in "Top Gun: Maverick," but well before that, Glen Powell was in a reality competition for young teenagers in the early 2000s.

Every Time Tony Stark Appeared As Doctor Doom In The Comics

Robert Downey Jr. being cast as the MCU's Doctor Doom made some fans angry, but in the comics, similar scenarios have played out on multiple occasions.

11 Years Ago Today: Taylor Sheridan Debuted The Most Important Crime Thriller Of The 2010s

Before bringing "Yellowstone" to life, Taylor Sheridan wrote a crime film that has only gained in importance and acclaim over the years.

Zatoichi looking serene in Zatoichi with a red custom background

5 Best Samurai Movies Of The 21st Century, Ranked

Samurai culture remains a global fascination, and the film genre it spawned still thrives. These are the best five movies since the turn of the century, ranked.

One Of Predator's Most Shocking Deaths Happened To Fix A Major Script Issue

Writer and director Shane Black had a small role in 1987's "Predator," playing the comic book-loving mercenary Hawkins. He was killed off for an unusual reason.

The Correct Order In Which To Watch Pierce Brosnan's James Bond Movies

Pierce Brosnan starred in four James Bond adventures. If you feel like a rewatch, peruse this piece to see which order you should watch them in.

The Crow Wears Makeup For A Tragic Reason

The Crow's iconic black stripes across his face are seen again on Bill Skarsgård in the 2024 remake of "The Crow." Here's why the character wears the look.

Action Movie Sequels You Had No Idea Existed

Didn't know there were sequels to action movies like Road House, Timecop, and Kindergarten Cop? There's usually a good reason why.

Thanos Has Died More Times In The MCU Than Marvel Fans May Realize

Although Thanos is a huge threat in the MCU, he's actually been killed many times throughout the franchise.

Star Wars Characters That Survived A Lightsaber Wound

The Star Wars franchise is filled to the brim with lightsaber duels, but despite that, very few characters have managed to survive a lightsaber wound.

Bryan Mills with walkie talkie on rooftop

The Taken Franchise's Biggest Unanswered Questions

The "Taken" franchise has seen three Liam Neeson films and a TV series. Here are the biggest unanswered questions still lingering about them.

14 Questions We Still Have About The DCEU Wonder Woman

We still have some burning questions about the DCEU's Wonder Woman, played by Gal Gadot, after Peter Safran and James Gunn's reshuffling at DC Studios.

All 5 Pirates Of The Caribbean Movies, Ranked

For a franchise based on a theme park ride, the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies became a major success with audiences. But how do the films stack up?

The Plot Point In Top Gun The Navy Wouldn't Approve

There was at least one situation in "Top Gun" that the Navy didn't want to be depicted on screen, and the movie's producers listened.

How Bruce Lee Died & Why Controversy Still Haunts His Cause Of Death

Bruce Lee died at the age of 32 over 50 years ago. While his official cause of death was revealed, it remains a dubious Hollywood case. Here’s why.

Actors Who Have Been In Indiana Jones And The Star Wars Trilogies

Most actors would give their right hand, Luke Skywalker style, to appear in either Star Wars or Indiana Jones -- these lucky ducks managed to appear in both!

Charlotte and Luke standing outside in Fountain of Youth (2025)

10 Best Movies Like Fountain Of Youth

"Fountain of Youth" may be the latest action-adventure film to hit streaming, but there are plenty of others like it if you're in the mood for more.

Captain Jack Aubrey in Master and Commander (2003)

5 Most Historically Accurate Adventure Movies, Ranked

The historical adventure movie offers a glimpse of days past, if through a fictional lens. These five are the most accurate, and yes, the HMS Surprise is there.