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Netflix’s most expensive film to date, The Gray Man, has taken the world by storm. Stacked with impeccable actors and actresses like Chris Evans, Regé-Jean Page, Ana de Armas and of course our leading man, Ryan Gosling, The Gray Man has become so instantly popular on the platform that it’s already spawned a sequel and spinoff.
Following a former convict turned CIA asset as he unveils agency secrets that prompts a global manhunt, The Gray Man is madness at its finest. So, If you haven’t watched it, what are you waiting for? For those who’ve tuned in and can’t sit waiting around for the sequel or spinoff, here are a few similar films that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
'Blade Runner 2049'
Whether he’s vying for one’s heart, out to kill, or on the run, Ryan Gosling just always finds a way to reel us in. In this futuristic, adrenaline fueled film, Gosling stars as Officer K, a blade runner for the L.A.P.D. who stumbles upon a dirty secret from the past that has the power to drive society into mayhem. This dirty secret somehow lands him on an investigative quest to uncover the whereabouts of former blade runner Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) who’s been M.I.A for almost 30 years.
'No Time To Die'
Daniel Craig makes his last appearance as 007 in the 25th film of the James Bond franchise, No Time To Die. After “retiring” from active service, Bond transitions into a relaxing life on the beautiful island of Jamaica, but he has no time… To relax. When an old CIA colleague reaches out seeking help, Bond finds himself right back in his natural habitat. What started off as a coconut in one hand and drink in the other turns into a treacherous rescue mission.
'Takers'
With a loaded cast including Idris Elba, Matt Dillon, Chris Brown, Paul Walker, Michael Ealy and T.I., Takers examines a group of friends who are living the high life financed by bank robberies. Successful heists call for a celebration, and celebration means: another robbery. But when a former gang member is released from prison, plans go south as the group is convinced to hit up a one of a kind car holding 20 million dollars. Little do they know, a tenacious detective is on their tails and won’t stop until he captures them.
'Extraction'
Thanks to the pandemic, Extraction was practically our only form of blockbuster excitement in 2020. Our beloved Chris Hemsworth swooped in to save our Summer like the Thor we love. This action packed film follows black-market mercenary Tyler Rake (Chris Hemsworth) as he’s hired to save a boy from an imprisoned crime lord, but on arrival, his mission slowly starts to look like mission impossible.
'Mile 22'
Mile 22 follows CIA Agent James Silva (Mark Wahlberg) as he guides a paramilitary team on a top secret mission. Tasked with escorting a police officer who holds information surrounding a terrorist attack, James and his team must somehow make their way 22 miles to an airfield without being closed in on by the enemy. It’s an intense race against time.
'Salt'
Angelina Jolie once again ventures into the action arena as a CIA agent in the crime infused film Salt. As a CIA agent, you have one job: honor your country. Evelyn Salt (Jolie) seems to think she’s fulfilling that promise ,until a defector claims she’s a Russian Spy. Concerned for her safety, she goes on the run, but as her actions to prove she’s innocent play out, suspicions about her true identity increase.
'The Bourne Identity'
The Bourne Identity, the first installment in the Bourne film series, is one of the most iconic action-thriller films in history. Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) is rescued from the ocean looking like he just went to war. As he makes his way back to land, it’s clear he has no recollection of his life or identity. Essentially, he’s a Jane Doe… A Jane Doe being hunted down and equipped with “ninja skills” that don’t necessarily scream, “safe to be around.” Puzzled, Jason sets out on an expedition to regain his memory and determine why he’s being chased down like an animal.
