Ben je fan van de intense actie en meeslepende verhaallijn van 'John Wick: Kapitel 2' (2017)? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die vergelijkbaar zijn met deze adrenaline-pompende klassieker. Of je nu houdt van keiharde gevechten, intrigerende onderwerelden of een hoofdpersonage met een mysterieus verleden, deze lijst heeft voor ieder wat wils.

The Bourne Identity (2002)
Beschreibung: A man with amnesia discovers he is a highly trained assassin and must evade capture while uncovering his past. The film features gritty, realistic action and a morally complex protagonist.
Fakt: Matt Damon trained in boxing, fencing, and Kali for the role. The movie's car chase scene was filmed without CGI, using practical effects.


The Equalizer (2014)
Beschreibung: A retired intelligence officer with a particular set of skills takes on a violent criminal underworld to protect the innocent. The film features intense action sequences, a methodical protagonist, and a high body count.
Fakt: Denzel Washington performed most of his own stunts. The film is loosely based on the 1980s TV series of the same name.


Shoot 'Em Up (2007)
Beschreibung: A hyper-stylized action film with over-the-top violence, featuring a protagonist who dispatches enemies with precision and flair. The movie embraces its absurdity while delivering relentless action.
Fakt: The film was inspired by Looney Tunes cartoons, with the protagonist often using carrots as weapons. It was shot in just 45 days.


Wanted (2008)
Beschreibung: A young man discovers he is the heir to a secret society of assassins and undergoes brutal training to unlock his lethal potential. The film combines stylish action with a twisty narrative.
Fakt: The movie features a famous 'curving bullet' effect, which required innovative CGI techniques. It is based on a comic book series by Mark Millar.


Taken (2008)
Beschreibung: A former CIA operative uses his skills to rescue his daughter from human traffickers. The film is known for its tight pacing, brutal action, and a protagonist who stops at nothing.
Fakt: Liam Neeson's iconic phone monologue was ad-libbed. The movie was a surprise box office hit and spawned two sequels.


Dredd (2012)
Beschreibung: A dystopian action film where a relentless law enforcement officer battles his way through a high-rise controlled by a drug lord. The movie is known for its hyper-violent action and minimalist storytelling.
Fakt: The film was shot in 3D, with many scenes designed specifically to enhance the 3D experience. It was a box office disappointment but gained a cult following.


The Man from Nowhere (2010)
Beschreibung: A quiet pawnshop keeper with a violent past goes on a rampage to rescue a kidnapped girl. The film features intense action sequences, emotional depth, and a protagonist with a mysterious background.
Fakt: The movie was a massive hit in South Korea and won several awards. The final knife fight scene is considered one of the best in action cinema.


The Accountant (2016)
Beschreibung: A math savant with lethal combat skills uses his talents to uncook the books for dangerous criminal organizations. The film blends action with a cerebral plot and a unique protagonist.
Fakt: Ben Affleck trained with Navy SEALs to prepare for his role. The film's script was on the 'Black List' of best unproduced screenplays for years.


Atomic Blonde (2017)
Beschreibung: A spy thriller set in Cold War Berlin, featuring a highly skilled operative who engages in brutal hand-to-hand combat and stylish shootouts. The film's neon-lit visuals and relentless action are key highlights.
Fakt: Charlize Theron performed many of her own stunts, including a nearly 10-minute-long single-take fight scene. The movie is based on the graphic novel 'The Coldest City'.


Nobody (2021)
Beschreibung: A seemingly ordinary family man reveals his lethal skills when his home is invaded, leading to a brutal confrontation with Russian mobsters. The movie combines gritty action with a darkly humorous tone.
Fakt: Bob Odenkirk trained for two years to perform his own stunts. The script was written by the same writer as John Wick.
