If you loved the high-octane action and ruthless competition of The Tournament (2009), this list is for you. We’ve curated 10 thrilling movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-pumping intensity, deadly stakes, and gripping fight sequences. Whether you're a fan of underground battles or survival games, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Running Man (1987)
Description: Depicts a futuristic game show where contestants must evade deadly hunters, blending action, satire, and dystopian themes.
Fact: Based on a novel by Stephen King, written under his pseudonym Richard Bachman.


Mortal Kombat (1995)
Description: Features a tournament where fighters battle to the death, with a mix of martial arts, supernatural elements, and high-energy action.
Fact: The film's soundtrack, featuring the iconic 'Techno Syndrome,' became a cultural phenomenon.


The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)
Description: Follows an amnesiac woman who discovers her lethal past, combining action-packed sequences with a mystery-driven plot.
Fact: The film was a box office disappointment but gained a cult following over the years.


Battle Royale (2000)
Description: Presents a dystopian scenario where students are forced to fight to the death, emphasizing survival, strategy, and moral dilemmas.
Fact: The film was controversial upon release and was initially banned in several countries due to its violent content.


The Condemned (2007)
Description: Features a deadly competition where participants are forced to fight for survival, blending action and thriller elements with a high-stakes premise.
Fact: The film was shot in Queensland, Australia, and was inspired by reality TV shows, critiquing the exploitation of violence for entertainment.


Death Race (2008)
Description: Centers around a brutal, high-speed competition where convicts race to the death, combining intense action with a dystopian setting.
Fact: The movie is a loose remake of the 1975 film 'Death Race 2000' and features heavily modified cars equipped with weapons.


The Belko Experiment (2016)
Description: Explores a deadly social experiment where employees are forced to kill each other, blending horror and psychological thriller elements.
Fact: The script was written by James Gunn, who later directed the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' films.


Dredd (2012)
Description: Set in a violent dystopia where law enforcement battles criminals in a high-rise slum, featuring intense action and a gritty aesthetic.
Fact: The film uses slow-motion cinematography to highlight the effects of a drug called 'Slo-Mo.'


The Hunger Games (2012)
Description: Revolves around a televised death match where participants must outlast each other, combining survival drama with social commentary.
Fact: The book series was inspired by reality TV and ancient Roman gladiatorial games.


The Purge (2013)
Description: Depicts a society where all crime is legal for one night, exploring themes of survival, morality, and societal breakdown.
Fact: The entire film was shot in just 20 days, with a budget of only $3 million.
