Ben je op zoek naar films of series die vergelijkbaar zijn met 'The Foreigner' (2017)? Deze spannende thriller met Jackie Chan en Pierce Brosnan combineert actie, wraak en politieke intrige. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde intense sfeer en meeslepende verhaallijnen bieden. Perfect voor fans van het genre!

The Bourne Identity (2002)
Beschreibung: A fast-paced spy thriller with a protagonist suffering from amnesia, uncovering his lethal skills while evading powerful enemies, featuring gritty realism and hand-to-hand combat.
Fakt: Matt Damon trained in various martial arts for the role. The car chase scenes were filmed without CGI.


Man on Fire (2004)
Beschreibung: A dark and emotional revenge story featuring a former operative who goes to extreme lengths to save a kidnapped girl, blending brutal action with deep personal stakes.
Fakt: Denzel Washington performed many of his own stunts. The film is based on a novel of the same name.


The Equalizer (2014)
Beschreibung: A methodical and violent tale of a retired intelligence officer who takes on a criminal underworld to protect the innocent, emphasizing precision and strategic combat.
Fakt: The film's protagonist was inspired by a 1980s TV series. The fight scenes were choreographed to appear as realistic as possible.


A Bittersweet Life (2005)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning and violent crime drama about a loyal enforcer who seeks revenge after being betrayed, blending poetic cinematography with brutal action.
Fakt: The film was a critical success in South Korea. The director is known for his unique visual style and storytelling.


Taken (2008)
Beschreibung: A gripping action thriller centered around a retired operative who uses his skills to rescue a loved one, showcasing intense fight sequences and a relentless pursuit of justice.
Fakt: The film's iconic phone call scene was improvised by Liam Neeson. It was shot in just 35 days.


Salt (2010)
Beschreibung: A suspenseful action film about a CIA officer accused of being a Russian spy, leading to a series of high-stakes escapes and confrontations.
Fakt: Angelina Jolie performed most of her own stunts. The role was originally written for a male actor.


The Man from Nowhere (2010)
Beschreibung: A South Korean action film about a quiet pawnshop owner with a violent past who embarks on a bloody quest to rescue a kidnapped girl.
Fakt: The film won several awards in South Korea. The lead actor underwent rigorous martial arts training for the role.


The Accountant (2016)
Beschreibung: A unique blend of action and drama featuring a highly skilled accountant with a mysterious past who uses his talents for violent justice.
Fakt: Ben Affleck trained with a Navy SEAL to prepare for the role. The film's plot was inspired by real-life forensic accountants.


Atomic Blonde (2017)
Beschreibung: A stylish and brutal spy thriller set during the Cold War, with a female operative navigating betrayal and intense action sequences.
Fakt: Charlize Theron performed many of her own stunts, including a famous one-take fight scene. The film is based on a graphic novel.


John Wick (2014)
Beschreibung: A high-octane action film with a retired assassin seeking vengeance, known for its stylized violence and intricate world-building of the criminal underworld.
Fakt: Keanu Reeves underwent extensive firearms training for the role. The film's success spawned a franchise.
