The greatest action thrillers of all time combine breathtaking stunts with masterful storytelling. From genre-defining classics to modern masterpieces, these films represent the pinnacle of the genre.

Die Hard

8.2 1988 132 min

Action, Thriller

Directed by John McTiernan

Mad Max: Fury Road

8.1 2015 120 min

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Directed by George Miller

The Dark Knight

9.1 2008 152 min

Action, Crime, Drama

Directed by Christopher Nolan

Inception

8.8 2010 148 min

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Directed by Christopher Nolan

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

8.2 2003 111 min

Action, Crime, Thriller

Directed by Quentin Tarantino

Casino Royale

8.0 2006 144 min

Action, Adventure, Thriller

Directed by Martin Campbell

The Raid: Redemption

7.6 2011 101 min

Action, Crime, Thriller

Directed by Gareth Evans

Heat

8.3 1995 170 min

Action, Crime, Drama

Directed by Michael Mann

Gladiator

8.5 2000 155 min

Action, Adventure, Drama

Directed by Ridley Scott

Terminator 2: Judgment Day

8.6 1991 137 min

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Directed by James Cameron