Top 10 Action Films About Terrorists

Description: This iconic film set the standard for action movies involving terrorists. Bruce Willis stars as John McClane, a New York cop who single-handedly takes on a group of terrorists led by Hans Gruber during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a sequel to "Commando" with Arnold Schwarzenegger in the lead role. Also, the famous line "Yippee-ki-yay, motherfucker" was improvised by Willis.

Description: A retired Navy SEAL, Casey Ryback (Steven Seagal), must stop a group of terrorists who have taken over a battleship during a birthday party for the ship's captain.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Dreadnought." Also, Tommy Lee Jones improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's dark humor.

Description: A bomb is set to explode if a bus goes below 50 mph, and it's up to LAPD SWAT officer Jack Traven (Keanu Reeves) to save the day. While not strictly about terrorists, the film's antagonist has terrorist-like motives.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Minimum Speed." Also, Sandra Bullock was not the first choice for the role of Annie; Halle Berry was considered.

Description: Arnold Schwarzenegger plays a secret agent whose double life is exposed when he must save his family from terrorists. The film combines action, comedy, and family drama in a unique blend.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a remake of the French film "La Totale!" Also, the Harrier jet used in the film was a real one, not a model.

Description: A plane is hijacked by terrorists with a deadly nerve agent on board. A team of commandos must board the plane mid-flight to stop the terrorists before they reach their target.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life hijacking of TWA Flight

Description: A rogue general takes over Alcatraz Island, threatening to launch chemical weapons on San Francisco. Enter Sean Connery and Nicolas Cage, who must infiltrate the island to stop him. This film blends action with a touch of humor and intense drama.

Fact: The film's script was originally written for Steven Seagal, but he turned it down. Also, the scene where the Humvee drives off the pier was done in one take.

Description: President James Marshall (Harrison Ford) must fight off a group of terrorists who hijack Air Force One. This film is a thrilling ride with a president who's not just a figurehead but a true action hero.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life hijacking of TWA Flight 847 in

Description: A nuclear bomb is stolen by terrorists, and it's up to a team led by George Clooney and Nicole Kidman to track it down before it's detonated. This film delves into the real-world threat of nuclear terrorism.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "One Point Safe" by Andrew and Leslie Cockburn. Also, it was one of the first major films to deal with nuclear terrorism.

Description: When a wave of terrorist attacks hits New York City, the government imposes martial law. This film explores the ethical dilemmas and the fine line between security and civil liberties.

Fact: The film was controversial for its depiction of Muslims, leading to protests and calls for boycotts. Also, it was one of the first major films to deal with post-9/11 themes before the actual event.

Description: When the White House is taken over by North Korean terrorists, a disgraced Secret Service agent (Gerard Butler) must save the President and stop a global catastrophe.

Fact: The film was originally titled "White House Down," but the title was changed to avoid confusion with another film of the same name. Also, the White House set was built from scratch for the film.