2025 is already looking to be a huge year formovies, andone genre in particular that is going to see an influx of awesome films in the next year is action. Fromupcoming superhero moviesand franchises to completely original films, action lovers are going to be enjoying a number of spectacular movies. Plus, what makes these films even better is that they also include amazing actors, from Jason Statham to Henry Cavill, and beloved directors like Guy Ritchie, James Cameron, and Mel Gibson.
At the moment,there are 24 action movies set to premiere in 2025. Although each of these films are firmly situated in the action genre, they vary widely in story. Where some upcoming action films center on heroes like Captain America or The Fantastic Four, others delve into the worlds of karate, dinosaurs, and even ballet. These movies even differ in subgenre, offering comedy, thrills, adventure, and science fiction. All in all, there will bea great action moviefor every audience member in 2025.
24Den Of Thieves 2: Pantera
August 20, 2025
One of the very first action movies to premiere in 2025 isDen of Thieves 2: Pantera.This is the sequel to 2018’sDen of Thieves,which stars Gerard Butler as Nicholas “Big Nick” O’Brien, a Los Angeles cop who leads an elite crew of officers in tracking down a gang of thieves. Now,inDen of Thieves 2: Pantera,O’Brien returns to chase Donnie Wilson,an escaped criminalplanning another heist in Europe. Along with Butler, the movie stars O’Shea Jackson Jr., and Meadow Williams. Hopefully,Den of Thieves 2: Panteracan live up to its predecessor’s expectations.
23Levon’s Trade
July 11, 2025
A particularly exciting release coming in 2025 isLevon’s Trade.Starring Jason Statham, this movie follows Levon, an ex-black ops agent who leads a calm life as a construction worker alongside his young daughter. However,Levon must reignite his old skills for violence when his boss’s teenage daughter goes missing, and he uncovers a conspiracy that could upend his entire life. The movie stars Statham, David Harbour, and Michael Peña.
Considering thesuccess of Statham’s 2024 movie,The Beekeeper,Levon’s Tradeshould most definitely be on audiences' radars. The 2025 movie not only sees the return of Statham, but also hasThe Beekeeper’sDavid Ayer in the director’s chair. Plus, action icon Sylvester Stallone wrote the screenplay. Overall,Levon’s Tradecould be another surprise box office hit, which would only boost Statham to even greater action hero success.
22Back In Action
Around the same time, viewers will also see the premiere ofBack in Action.This film follows former CIA agents who are pulled back into spyhoodwhen their secret identities are exposed. This movie stands out because of its cast, which includes Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz as the leads, alongside Glenn Close, Kyle Chandler, and Andrew Scott. Foxx suffered a medical emergency in 2023, which makes his return to the big screen all the more exciting. More importantly though,Diaz is coming out of her retirementfor this film. Thus, expectations forBack in Actioncould be quite high.
21In The Grey
Another early 2025 movie coming from an action great isIn the Grey.Directed by Guy Ritchie,this movie tells the story of two secret agents and a woman who team up to track down millions of dollarsin stolen money.In the Grey’scast includes previous Ritchie collaboartor, Henry Cavill, Jake Gyllenhaal, Eiza González, and Rosamund Pike. After Ritchie’s 2024 film,The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare,had a disappointing box office performance and average critical reivews, hopes are high that the director’s new movie can make up for this loss.
Guy Ritchie is also currently developing a young Sherlock Holmes TV show.
20Flight Risk
August 10, 2025
A 2025 action movie with a unique premise isFlight Risk.This movie centers on an FBI agent escorting a government witness to a trial by plane, but the trip goes awrywhen the pair realize their pilot is actually an assassin. Despite having a small cast,Flight Riskboasts some real talent in Michelle Dockery, Topher Grace, and Mark Wahlberg. Additionally, the movie is directed by Mel Gibson, who hasn’t made a movie since 2016’sHacksaw Ridge.SinceFlight Riskwas voted onto the 2020 “Black List” of best unproduced screenplays, this film has the chance to be great.
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19Valiant One
One action movie with military themes coming in 2025 isValiant One.When a U.S. helicopter crash lands in North Korea, a group of young reserve soldiers must figure out how to escape the countrybefore they accidentally start a war. This is a film that could go under audiences' radars in 2025 because of its relatively small cast, but the performances of Chase Stokes and Lana Condor have the potential to be really amazing. For those seeking a straightforward, high intensity film,Valiant Onemay be the perfect option.
18Love Hurts
August 23, 2025
Another action film with a fun premise is 2025’sLove Hurts.This movie follows Marvin, a real estate agent who is shoved back into his previous life of crimewhen he receives a letter from his former partner-in-crime. Now, Marvin’s open houses become bloodbaths as he tries to avoid those coming after him. Yet again,Love Hurtsis a new movie with an outstanding cast that includes Ke Huy Quan, Ariana DeBose, Daniel Wu, Marshawn Lynch, and Sean Astin. Coming in right before Valentine’s Day, this is sure to be an entertaining foray into action comedy.
17Captain America: Brave New World
July 30, 2025
The first franchise action film to hit theaters in 2025 will beCaptain America: Brave New World.Acting as thefourth installment in Marvel’sCaptain Americafranchise,this film stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, who previously served as the Falcon but has now taken up the mantel of Captain America. Without the same allies and with a new president in office (played by Harrison Ford), Wilson must figure out where his own loyalties lie, all while trying to fix an international conflict.
Captain America: Brave New Worldhas quite a bit of weight to carry, as it is the first Marvel movie to follow upDeadpool & Wolverine.
Captain America: Brave New Worldhas quite a bit of weight to carry, as it is the first Marvel movie to follow upDeadpool & Wolverine.This 2024 crossover film helped Marvel get out of its streak of poorly received movies, butCaptain America: Brave New Worldwill have to continue that trend.Hopefully, Mackie can impress audiences with his new take on Captain America, and as a result, reinvigorate the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
16Novocaine
June 16, 2025
A month after Marvel’s 2025 debut, a much smaller action movie will hit the big screen:Novocaine.The film follows an introvert who has a rare disorder that makes him insensitive to pain. This ends up working in his favor when his girlfriend is taken hostage in a bank robbery and he must risk his own life to rescue her.Novocainestars Jack Quaid in the leading role, alongside Amber Midthunder, Jacob Batalon, and Ray Nicholson. Despite its small scale,Novocainecould be another surprising success in 2025.
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15The Amateur
July 21, 2025
For those seeking more espionage movies in 2025,The Amateuris the ideal watch. Based on a 1981 novel of the same name,The Amateurfollows Charles Heller, a CIA cryptographerthat embarks on a journey to get justice for his wife who was killed in a terrorist attack. With few skills as a spy, Heller blackmails his company to train him as an agent. The movie stars Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, Rachel Brosnahan, and Jon Bernthal. After Malek’s appearance in 2021’sNo Time To Die,it will be interesting to see the actor now playing a spy.
