If you loved the gritty, action-packed drama of Female Fight Squad (2017), you're in for a treat. This article curates 10 thrilling movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-fueled combat, fierce female leads, and high-stakes storytelling. Whether you're craving more underground fight scenes or empowering narratives, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)
Description: A female assassin with amnesia rediscovers her lethal skills, blending intense action with a personal journey of identity and empowerment.
Fact: The script was sold for a then-record $4 million, making it one of the most expensive screenplays at the time.


G.I. Jane (1997)
Description: Follows a woman's grueling journey through military training, breaking gender barriers and proving her strength in physically demanding combat scenarios.
Fact: Demi Moore famously shaved her head for the role, which became one of the film's most iconic images.


Fight Club (1999)
Description: This film explores themes of underground fighting and rebellion against societal norms, featuring intense physical confrontations and a gritty, raw aesthetic.
Fact: The movie's twist ending was so secretive that Brad Pitt and Edward Norton were given fake scripts to prevent leaks.


Million Dollar Baby (2004)
Description: Centers around a determined female boxer who defies expectations and fights her way to the top, showcasing the physical and emotional toll of combat sports.
Fact: Hilary Swank trained for months to convincingly portray a boxer, gaining 19 pounds of muscle for the role.


Salt (2010)
Description: A female spy uses her combat training and tactical intelligence to evade capture and uncover a conspiracy, featuring high-octane action sequences.
Fact: The role was originally written for a male protagonist, with Tom Cruise initially considered for the part.


Hanna (2011)
Description: A young girl trained as an assassin navigates a world of danger, blending brutal fight scenes with a coming-of-age narrative.
Fact: The film's electronic score was composed by The Chemical Brothers, marking their first foray into film scoring.


The Hunger Games (2012)
Description: A young woman becomes a symbol of resistance through her survival skills and combat abilities in a dystopian, high-stakes arena.
Fact: Jennifer Lawrence did most of her own archery stunts after extensive training, though CGI was used for the most complex shots.


Haywire (2011)
Description: Features a highly skilled female operative engaging in brutal, realistic fight scenes, emphasizing hand-to-hand combat and tactical prowess.
Fact: Gina Carano performed most of her own stunts, drawing from her background as a professional MMA fighter.


Atomic Blonde (2017)
Description: A stylish, action-packed thriller with a fierce female lead who excels in hand-to-hand combat and espionage, set against a neon-lit Cold War backdrop.
Fact: The film's iconic staircase fight scene was shot in a single take, lasting over 10 minutes.


Lucy (2014)
Description: A woman gains superhuman abilities, including enhanced combat skills, leading to visually stunning and highly stylized action scenes.
Fact: The film's premise is loosely based on the myth that humans only use 10% of their brain capacity.
