The very best Netflix action movies you need to watch

If you're in the mood for a thrilling watch, look no further than our list of the best Netflix action movies. The streamer is packed full of some fantastic pulse-pounding movies – and they're all ready to stream right now. Whether you're in the mood for something with a star-studded cast like The Gray Man or The Harder They Fall, a John Wick-esque revenge thriller like Kate, or a musical epic like RRR, there's something for everyone in the list below.

We're a discerning bunch too so while new movies like Kill Boksoon and AKA have been storming up the streaming charts, they don't quite make it into our list of the best Netflix action movies. Read on to find out what does – and the good news is everything in our guide is available in both the US and the UK, so you can kick back with the best Netflix action movies from whichever side of the pond you're on.