Best Action Movies of 2018

Description: Robert McCall, a retired black ops operative, returns to action to protect his friends and avenge the murder of a loved one. Denzel Washington's portrayal adds depth to this action-packed sequel.

Fact: This was the first sequel in Denzel Washington's career, and the film was shot in various locations across Massachusetts.

Description: A group of soldiers must team up with a scientist to stop an upgraded breed of Predator from hunting humans. This reboot brings back the iconic alien hunter with a mix of action, humor, and horror.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Arnold Schwarzenegger, reprising his role from the original "Predator" film, and it was directed by Shane Black, who had a role in the original movie.

Description: The Avengers and their allies must stop Thanos from collecting the Infinity Stones to wipe out half of all life in the universe. This epic crossover event was a game-changer in the superhero genre, with its massive cast and emotional stakes.

Fact: The film had the largest opening weekend of all time, and it was the first Marvel movie to feature all the Avengers together.

Description: A deep-sea submersible is attacked by a massive creature, leading to a rescue mission by a rescue diver who must confront the largest predator ever known to mankind. This film brings the thrill of a classic monster movie with modern CGI.

Fact: The film was inspired by the novel "Meg: A Novel of Deep Terror" by Steve Alten, and it was one of the biggest summer blockbusters of

Description: Ethan Hunt and his IMF team must track down a dangerous weapon before it falls into the wrong hands. This film stands out for its jaw-dropping stunts, particularly Tom Cruise's famous HALO jump and helicopter chase.

Fact: Tom Cruise performed a real-life HALO jump, and the film was the first in the series to be shot with IMAX cameras.

Description: The drug war on the US-Mexico border escalates when the CIA recruits a hitman to kidnap a kingpin's daughter, leading to a complex web of alliances and betrayals. This sequel deepens the narrative of the original with intense action sequences.

Fact: The film was originally planned as a direct sequel but evolved into a standalone story, and it was shot in Mexico and New Mexico.

Description: Wade Wilson forms the X-Force to protect a young mutant from Cable, a time-traveling soldier. Known for its irreverent humor and fourth-wall-breaking antics, this sequel upped the ante with even more action and comedy.

Fact: Ryan Reynolds improvised many of Deadpool's lines, and the film broke records for the most F-bombs in a superhero movie.

Description: A security expert must rescue his family from a burning skyscraper, facing numerous obstacles and a terrorist plot. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson delivers a high-stakes performance in this action-packed thriller.

Fact: The film was shot in Vancouver, Canada, with the skyscraper being a digital creation, and Johnson performed many of his own stunts.

Description: After his wife's murder and his own paralysis, a man receives an experimental computer chip implant that gives him superhuman abilities, leading to a quest for revenge. This film blends sci-fi with gritty action, offering a fresh take on the genre.

Fact: The film was made with a relatively low budget but received high praise for its innovative action sequences and practical effects.

Description: A woman, after losing her family to a brutal crime, trains herself in combat and returns to exact revenge on those responsible. Jennifer Garner delivers a powerful performance in this gritty revenge thriller.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of vigilante justice, and Garner underwent extensive training for her role.