Ben je fan van de adrenaline-pompende actie en opwindende avonturen van 'xXx - Triple X' (2002)? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die dezelfde high-octane energie en spectaculaire stunts bieden. Of je nu houdt van undercovermissies, extreme sporten of explosieve confrontaties, deze lijst heeft iets voor jou.

Die Hard (1988)
Beschreibung: A lone hero against overwhelming odds, with a mix of intense action, clever tactics, and a charismatic villain.
Fakt: The film was based on a novel that was a sequel to another book. It was almost set on a cruise ship instead of a skyscraper.


Point Break (1991)
Beschreibung: Combines extreme sports with crime, featuring undercover operations, high-adrenaline chases, and a charismatic antagonist.
Fakt: The film's surfing scenes were shot during a rare large swell in California. It was remade in 2015 with a different approach.


Speed (1994)
Beschreibung: A relentless pace, a high-concept premise involving a vehicle that can't stop, and a mix of tension and action.
Fakt: The film was originally conceived as a sequel to 'Die Hard' on a bus. The bus jump scene was done with a real bus and no CGI.


Bad Boys (1995)
Beschreibung: Buddy cop dynamic with explosive action, witty banter, and a mix of humor and intense shootouts.
Fakt: The film was Will Smith's first major action role. It was originally written for Dana Carvey and Jon Lovitz.


The Rock (1996)
Beschreibung: A mix of military action, a high-stakes hostage situation, and a team of specialists working against time.
Fakt: Sean Connery's character was originally written as a younger man. The film was Michael Bay's first major directorial success.


Con Air (1997)
Beschreibung: A high-concept action film with a diverse group of criminals, explosive set pieces, and a charismatic lead.
Fakt: The film's plane was a real Lockheed C-141 Starlifter. Nicolas Cage's character was originally written as a more typical action hero.


The Bourne Identity (2002)
Beschreibung: A protagonist with exceptional combat and survival skills, on the run from powerful enemies, featuring gritty, realistic action sequences.
Fakt: The film's car chase scene in Paris was shot without any CGI. It revitalized the spy genre with its more grounded approach.


The Transporter (2002)
Beschreibung: Features a highly skilled protagonist with a strict personal code, engaging in intense fight scenes and high-speed chases.
Fakt: The film was originally intended to be a TV pilot but was expanded into a feature film. It popularized the use of 'gun fu' in action sequences.


Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011)
Beschreibung: A blend of espionage, high-stakes missions, and spectacular stunts, with a team using advanced technology to achieve their goals.
Fakt: Tom Cruise performed the Burj Khalifa climb stunt himself without a stunt double. The film was the first in the series to be shot in IMAX.


Fast Five (2011)
Beschreibung: High-octane action sequences, a focus on heists and car chases, and a team of skilled individuals working together against a common enemy.
Fakt: The film marked a shift in the franchise from street racing to heist-based action. It was the first in the series to feature Dwayne Johnson.
