Published: November 10, 2026 · Last updated: November 10, 2026 · 3 min read
These ten action movies were all released in 2021. Each film has received at least 700 audience votes on TMDB.
Spoiler-free. Ranked by TMDB audience score. Filter used: action movies released in 2021 with at least 700 audience votes on TMDB. Data checked November 10, 2026.
1. Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021)
Bruce Wayne recruits a team of metahumans to defend the world following the death of Superman.
| TMDB score | 8.1/10 (11290 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 242 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
|---|
| Director | Zack Snyder |
|---|
| Starring | Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
2. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Peter Parker seeks assistance from Doctor Strange after his secret identity is revealed, leading to dangerous consequences.
| TMDB score | 7.9/10 (23539 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 148 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Science Fiction |
|---|
| Director | Jon Watts |
|---|
| Starring | Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
3. Nobody (2021)
A suburban father experiences a violent awakening after a home invasion triggers his suppressed past.
| TMDB score | 7.9/10 (8907 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 91 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Thriller |
|---|
| Director | Ilya Naishuller |
|---|
| Starring | Bob Odenkirk, Aleksey Serebryakov, Connie Nielsen |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
4. Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
In the land of Kumandra, a warrior searches for the last dragon to combat an ancient evil force.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (7515 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 107 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Family |
|---|
| Director | Carlos LĂłpez Estrada, Don Hall |
|---|
| Starring | Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina, Gemma Chan |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
5. The Tomorrow War (2021)
Time travelers from 2051 arrive to recruit humanity for a future war against an alien species.
| TMDB score | 7.5/10 (4552 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 138 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Science Fiction, Adventure |
|---|
| Director | Chris McKay |
|---|
| Starring | Chris Pratt, Yvonne Strahovski, J.K. Simmons |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
6. Godzilla vs. Kong (2021)
Godzilla and Kong face off in a battle for survival as humanity struggles for its future.
| TMDB score | 7.5/10 (10923 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 114 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Science Fiction, Adventure |
|---|
| Director | Adam Wingard |
|---|
| Starring | Alexander SkarsgÄrd, Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
7. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
Shang-Chi faces his history when he is pulled into the operations of the Ten Rings organization.
| TMDB score | 7.5/10 (10930 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 132 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
|---|
| Director | Destin Daniel Cretton |
|---|
| Starring | Simu Liu, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Awkwafina |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
8. Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One (2021)
The Batman investigates a series of holiday-themed murders occurring within Gotham City.
| TMDB score | 7.4/10 (741 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 86 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Animation, Mystery, Action, Crime |
|---|
| Director | Chris Palmer |
|---|
| Starring | Jensen Ackles, Josh Duhamel, Naya Rivera |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
9. The Suicide Squad (2021)
Task Force X members are sent to a remote island to complete a clandestine mission.
| TMDB score | 7.4/10 (10075 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 132 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Action, Comedy, Adventure |
|---|
| Director | James Gunn |
|---|
| Starring | Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
10. The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf (2021)
Vesemir pursues a career as a monster hunter before confronting a new threat to his world.
| TMDB score | 7.4/10 (1162 votes) |
|---|
| Runtime | 83 minutes |
|---|
| Genres | Animation, Action, Fantasy |
|---|
| Director | Han Kwang Il |
|---|
| Starring | Theo James, Mary McDonnell, Lara Pulver |
|---|
| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
|---|
More guides: 10 Best Fantasy Movies of 2022, Ranked by Audience Score · 10 Best Horror Movies of 2023, Ranked by Audience Score · 10 Best Mystery Movies of 2022, Ranked by Audience Score
Frequently Asked Questions
How were these movies ranked?
They are sorted by TMDB audience score after applying this filter: action movies released in 2021 with at least 700 audience votes on TMDB. Scores change as people vote.
Are there spoilers in this list?
No. Descriptions are based on the official synopsis and avoid plot reveals.
Data checked on November 10, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
About this page. Published by Morfeli on November 10, 2026. Facts come from public data sources (TMDB, OMDb, Deezer, Ticketmaster and entertainment news feeds) and are compiled with AI assistance. Review roundups summarize public scores and audience reviews; they are not a critic’s review, and nobody here claims to have watched or rated a title for the page. Dates, scores and availability change over time. See our Editorial Policy.
0 Comments