Best Action Films of 2005
The Island
Blockbuster action director Michael ... no one gets away alive. The Island also stars Steve Buscemi, Djimon Hounsou, Michael Clarke Duncan, and Sean Bean. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Many married couples have ... an assassin with John's company who still lives with his mother and Kerry Washington as one of Jane's associates. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Unleashed
Two men cut off ... when Sam runs afoul of a pack of small-time crooks who believe he knows too much about their operations. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Batman Begins
The origins of the ... Batman Begins also features Gary Oldman as Lt. James Gordon and Tom Wilkinson as the crime boss Carmine Falcone. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Assault on Precinct 13
This action-packed remake of ... together just to survive this one night. Also starring Gabriel Byrne, John Leguizamo, Drea de Matteo, and Brian Dennehy. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Stealth
The latest innovation in ... stop both Edi and its dangerous plan before it's too late. Stealth also stars Joe Morton and Richard Roxburgh. [ best action films - 2005 ]
XXX: State of the Union
A new renegade fighter ... to the 2002 hit XXX, though neither star Vin Diesel nor his character, Xander Cage, appear in this picture. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Aeon Flux
Based on the animated ... revealing clothing, this film adaptation fleshes out the story behind the sexual and romantic tension between Aeon and Trevor. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Crooked
When a high-class call ... them turns out to be the informant who seems to be tipping off the triggermen to their every move. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Marksman
Wesley Snipes stars in ... him to wonder who set him up -- and why. The Marksman also stars Tim Abell and William Hope. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Elektra
Daredevil's main squeeze gets ... the dark mystic arts, Tattoo (Chris Ackerman), Stone (Bob Sapp), and the Hand's fearsome leader, Kirigi (Will Yun Lee). [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Legend of Zorro
The legendary Mexican hero ... The Legend of Zorro was directed by Martin Campbell, who performed the same duties on The Mask of Zorro. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Sahara
Matthew McConaughey stars as ... adventures to be adapted for the screen; the first, 1980's Raise the Titanic, was publicly dismissed by the author. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Man of the House
Directed by Stephen Herek, ... Cheer Up, Man of the House also features supporting performances from Brian Van Holt, Shea Whigham, and Paget Brewster. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Mirror Wars: Reflection One
The action film Mirror ... developed by the Russian government that is stolen by a group threatening to use it for their nefarious purposes. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Domino
The (mostly) true story ... 2005, after this film was completed. The film also features Lucy Liu, Mena Suvari, Macy Gray, and Dabney Coleman. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Blast
When a threatening gang ... coordinate a counterstrike from the shore and save the lives of both the hostages and thousands of unsuspecting citizens. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Rain Makers
When Special Forces soldier ... not above taking a stand for what's right when it seems like everyone around him has lost their perspective. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Frederick Forsyth's Icon
In this two-part cable ... with the beautiful but deadly Grishin. Produced for the Hallmark channel, Frederick Forsyth's Icon debuted on May 30, 2005. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Fantastic Four
A handful of heroes ... on to the rights to the characters, and that it was never intended to be distributed to the public.) [ best action films - 2005 ]
Four Brothers
Four men come together ... the first starring roles for Andre Benjamin, better known as Andre 3000 of the top selling hip-hop group OutKast. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Submerged
A skilled soldier of ... secret C.I.A. experiment in mind control, and have been programmed to become ruthless killing machines with the right commands. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Myth
Historical fact blends with ... himself -- Jack's vivid nocturnal journeys find him falling head-over-heels for the emperor's comely Korean consort Ok-soo (Kim Hee-seon). [ best action films - 2005 ]
Into the Blue
Greed turns an idyllic ... Blue was directed by John Stockwell, who previously took filmgoers to the seashore with the surfing drama Blue Crush. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Into the Sun
When a fierce new ... on U.S. soil, leaving the fate of a nation in the hands of the lethal but determined crime fighter. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Today You Die
A crook with a ... with the men who betrayed him. Today You Die's spectacular chase footage was shot on location in Las Vegas. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Legend of the Dragon
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The Russian Specialist
The muscle-bound Swedish screen ... of kin. Packing heat, Cherenko does an about-face and hightails it to Russia to see that justice is served. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Number One Girl
An international beauty pageant ... Dragos determines to teach Joey a painful lesson in loyalty as a nation of stunned television viewers looks on. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Brothers in Arms
Principled gangsters take on ... building, and the gunfighters are trapped inside. Brothers in Arms also features Ed Lauter, Kenya Moore, and rapper Kurupt. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Transporter 2
Driver and muscle for ... his foes have stacked the deck so that it looks as if Frank has been complicit in the crime. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Doom
One of the most ... they can kill again. Doom also stars Rosamund Pike (as Dr. Grimm), Dexter Fletcher, Ben Daniels, and Deobia Oparei. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Black Dawn
An undercover CIA agent ... Cold must race to save his former student while simultaneously stopping the bomb from falling into the wrong hands. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Manticore
Jeff Fahey, Robert Beltran, ... beast decimates the ranks of the terrified squadron as it takes flight once again to dominate the desert skies. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Cutter
In the aftermath of ... an Auschwitz prison, Shepherd begins uncovering the clues that will be vital to the success of his dangerous mission. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Tropical Heat: Sweating Bullets
An ex-RCMP and DEA ... the local police frequently forces them to fall back on the skill of resourceful collaborators Ian, Spider, and Rollie. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Chok Dee
Based on the real ... a school that teaches an even more impressive form of the discipline, but there he must prove his worth. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Kill Zone
An ailing veteran cop ... Yen), the ongoing investigation hits a snag when an undercover cop who has infiltrated Po's gang is mysteriously killed. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Azumi 2
The effects of schizophrenia ... all sides, things are beginning to look decidedly grim for the assassin forced to choose between love and duty. [ best action films - 2005 ]
USS Poseidon: Phantom Below
When an American Navy ... desperate bid to take on the unseen enemy and ensure the safety of his crew and the U.S. fleet. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Thrillbillys
When convicted moonshine runner ... down the modern day carpetbaggers after her family still is bulldozed to make room for yet another dreaded super-mart. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Moeyo Ken [Anime OVA Series]
The three daughters of ... help of the mystical armor that they can summon at will, however, they might just make their ancestors proud. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Saiyuki: Requiem
From Kazuya Minekura, the ... the demonic forces of evil in order to pull the plug on a dastardly experiment and save the day. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Ned Blessing: Return Of the Hooded
The western Ned Blessing: ... two of them, while simultaneously keeping at bay the Texas Rangers who mean to hang him and his father. [ best action films - 2005 ]
DragonBall Z: Broly -- Second Coming
The DragonBall Z anime ... and Trunks; the fighter is reawakened, and now the three are forced to pick up where Goku left off. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Dragon, The Hero
In this 1978 Kung ... the best fighters in the land on his side, can Liu possibly defeat Kao Fei and his "Intermingle Style"? [ best action films - 2005 ]
Planetfall
Spaghetti western-style anti-hero mythology ... that will grant them unlimited power over their enemies, and the ability to live as a god among mortals. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Samurai Resurrection
The martial arts film ... for protecting that ruler, but he will have to fight his reincarnated father in order to fulfill his duty. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Street Fighter Alpha: Generations
In order to become ... though his power cannot truly be proven until he once again goes fist to fist with the deadly Gouki. [ best action films - 2005 ]
End Game
The president has been ... conspiracy, and enter into a deadly world in which skilled assassins and highly-trained ex-special ops lurk in every shadow. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Lupin the 3rd: Farewell To Nostradamus
In this anime adventure, ... didn't already make matters difficult for Lupin, things get even hotter when a band of terrorists attack the plane. [ best action films - 2005 ]
DragonBall Z: Bio-Broly
Dragonball Z: Bio-Broly begins ... attempting to get Broly to do their bidding, but he is too dangerous and powerful for anyone to control. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Rampart
An ex-drug dealer finds ... former top drug dealer must use his knowledge of the streets to beat the rap and get out alive. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Demon Spies
In this period action-drama ... justice. Demon Spies marked a change of pace for director Tsuboshima Takashi, who was best known for his comedies. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Phantom the Animation [Anime OVA Series]
Reiji's life is changed ... in their violent life seem closer everyday. The two may have no past, but could they share a future? [ best action films - 2005 ]
Vampire Assassins
A cop transforms himself ... become a vampire if he is to defeat Slovak. Vampire Assassins also stars Gerald Okamura and Rudy Ray Moore. [ best action films - 2005 ]
One Man's Vengeance
One man's desire for ... master and asks to be taught the skills he will need to even the score with the blood-thirsty gang. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Sword of the Master
In this vintage martial ... guidance of a master swordsman who helps her refine her talents in order to win vengeance against the killers. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Dus
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Batman vs. Dracula
The Dark Knight faces ... plan to enslave the entire city -- including Batman, The Joker, and Penguin -- in this animated, feature-length adventure. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Fugitive Hunter
Based on actual events, ... and women who engaged in this profession before the laws changed dramatically at the turn of the 21st century. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Super
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Echo of Destiny: Shadow Hunters II
The great Daimyo enlists ... ninjas and female warriors willing to sacrifice their lives to disrupt the delivery and claim the cannon for themselves. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Initial D
Infernal Affairs powerhouse Andy ... has spilled out of the tracks and onto the streets, this daring driver is about to become a legend. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Seven Swords
Tsui Hark (The Blade) ... lackluster box office when it opened in the Far East in July 2005, making the follow-ups less than certain. [ best action films - 2005 ]
House of Fury
A pair of teenage ... (Daniel Wu) to take on the bad guys and ensure that their father has a safe and happy homecoming. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Kekko Kamen: Surprise!!
This fourth installment in ... on a secret island, where she must once again save Mayumi from the hellish pitfalls of a tyrannous classroom. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Andhrudu
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16 December
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Kung Fu Mahjong
It's mahjong madness when ... Auntie Fei to enter the tournament, put her gambling skills to the test, and take the tables by storm. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Allari Pidugu
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Ashura
Love draws a young ... but sinister young woman. Ashura (aka Ashura-Jo No Hitomi) received its American premiere at the 2005 Hawaii Film Festival. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Hunt for Eagle One
A Lieutenant leading a ... of fire in a brave attempt to rescue their fallen compatriot and take out the enemy's powerful bio-weapons cache. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Ek Ajnabee
A man finds it's ... around him hasn't when Anamika is kidnapped and he must tap into his violent nature to get her back. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Dinner With An Assassin
Bobby Guions' action film ... paid to kill Mark. Now our hero must act quickly to save himself and his new object of desire. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Mercenary for Justice
A wandering mercenary sets ... that when it comes to the matters of honor, you simply don't mess with the best in the business. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Kung Fu Mahjong 2
A down-on-her-luck mahjong champion ... table to take back her champion title and restore her dignity among the exclusive ranks of the gambling elite. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Uno
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Bad Thing Gone Worse
Dan DeLuca, Dina Drew ... mafia are all throwing out a spider's web to entangle him helplessly, making escape from crime a veritable impossibility. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Death Trance
A fearsome samurai hungering ... stop Grave from freeing the Goddess of Destruction even if it means sacrificing his own life in the process. [ best action films - 2005 ]
El Traficante
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Avia, Vampire Hunter
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Knuckle Game
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Street Survival
Rey Hernandez stars in ... , he will find the courage to stand tall and fight back against the violence wrought by his oppressors. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Last Eve
Cupid's Mistake writer/director/star Young ... that can consume us body and soul, and offering a surreal glimpse at the moment when innocence is lost. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Encuentro Final
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Sky Fighters
When a Mirage 2000 ... their mission compromised when the agent who was sent to help them is revealed to be a dangerous traitor. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Geochilmaru: The Showdown
Eight martial arts masters ... one winner among them will remain standing long enough for one final round of fighting against their highly-skilled host. [ best action films - 2005 ]
La Venganza del Norte
The revenge tale La ... police chief must balance his official responsibilities, with his belief that the wronged man may be in the right. [ best action films - 2005 ]
Kamen Rider First
Transformed into a locust-human ... to destroy him rises to wage an epic battle that could bring all of Tokyo crumbling to the ground. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Terminator: Hunters and Killers
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Prensa Corrupta
The action thriller Prensa ... journalist who attempts to get revenge on the drug dealers and killers who caused the death of his mentor. [ best action films - 2005 ]
La Fiesta del Narco
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La Troca de Sinaloa
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Dragon Heat
Sammo Hung, Michael Biehn, ... the underworld in an apocalyptic bid to capture the heavily armed foe and ensure that justice is properly served. [ best action films - 2005 ]
The Tiger Blade
A nonconformist cop with ... Daoon on his side, because when it comes time for the final confrontation the entire city becomes the battleground. [ best action films - 2005 ]
