8 Top-Rated Action Franchises of All Time, Ranked
Which action franchises reign supreme?
People love action movies, and even more so, action franchises that manage to entertain us for decades with their thrilling escapades, intense fight scenes, and memorable characters.
We decided to rank the best action franchises based on the average IMDb rating of their movies. Here we go.
8. Lethal Weapon (Average IMDb Rating: 7.025)
The Lethal Weapon franchise starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover has captured the hearts of action enthusiasts with its blend of humor and thrilling sequences.
7. The Terminator ( Average IMDb Rating: 7)
Next up is The Terminator franchise, which introduced us to the iconic cyborg played by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
The series has spawned a cult following and revolutionized the science fiction genre.
6. Die Hard (Average IMDb Rating: 7.04)
Featuring Bruce Willis as the charismatic John McClane, these films have thrilled audiences with their relentless action, memorable one-liners, and tense cat-and-mouse scenarios.
5. John Wick ( Average IMDb Rating: 7.55)
John Wick gained a good reputation for its breathtakingly choreographed fight scenes and Keanu Reeves ' magnetic performance.
The relatively recent addition to the franchise, John Wick: Chapter 4, has quickly garnered some good reviews, resulting in 8.0 IMDb rating points.
4. Pirates of the Caribbean ( Average IMDb Rating: 7.12)
Sailing onto the list at number four is the swashbuckling Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Led by Johnny Depp 's iconic portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow, these adventures on the high seas have enchanted audiences with their blend of action, humor, and fantastic storytelling.
3. Jason Bourne (Average IMDb Rating: 7.36)
The Jason Bourne series secures the third spot, delivering high-octane thrills and a complex, amnesiac protagonist played by Matt Damon.
With its intense action sequences and gripping narratives, this espionage franchise has left a lasting impact on the genre.
2. Mission: Impossible ( Average IMDb Rating: 7.1)
The long-running Mission: Impossible series, featuring Tom Cruise as the fearless and resourceful Ethan Hunt, is known for its jaw-dropping stunts and intricate plots, consistently delivering exhilarating action and suspenseful scenes.
1. James Bond ( Average IMDb Rating: 7.3)
Claiming the top spot is the legendary James Bond franchise, but with a little catch: only movies starring Daniel Craig have been considered.
Known for its iconic theme songs, gadgets, and suave charm, this series has become synonymous with the action genre and boasts a strong average rating across its films.
