If you loved the high-octane action and gripping espionage of 'Jason Bourne' (2016), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 thrilling movies and shows that deliver the same adrenaline-pumping suspense, intricate plots, and intense fight scenes. Whether you're a fan of spy thrillers or just crave more heart-stopping action, these recommendations will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Bourne Identity (2002)
Description: Features a protagonist with amnesia uncovering his past as a highly skilled operative, blending intense action with psychological depth.
Fact: The film's car chase scene in Paris was shot without any permits, using real traffic and pedestrians.


The Bourne Supremacy (2004)
Description: Continues the story of a rogue operative evading capture while uncovering conspiracies, with gritty realism and high-stakes action.
Fact: The movie's iconic Moscow car chase was filmed in Berlin due to budget constraints.


The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
Description: A fast-paced thriller with a focus on espionage, betrayal, and a protagonist piecing together his fragmented memories.
Fact: The Tangier rooftop chase scene was filmed in a single take, requiring extensive rehearsals.


The Equalizer (2014)
Description: Features a retired operative using his skills to protect the innocent, with methodical action and a morally driven narrative.
Fact: The film's climactic hardware store fight was inspired by classic Western showdowns.


Salt (2010)
Description: Centers on a skilled operative accused of being a double agent, featuring relentless action and a race against time.
Fact: The role was originally written for a male protagonist, with Tom Cruise considered before Angelina Jolie was cast.


Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014)
Description: Follows a brilliant analyst thrust into field operations, blending intelligence work with high-stakes action.
Fact: This was the first Jack Ryan film not based on a specific Tom Clancy novel, but rather an original story.


Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
Description: A slow-burning espionage thriller with a focus on betrayal, intelligence operations, and a meticulous unraveling of secrets.
Fact: The film's production design meticulously recreated 1970s London, including authentic period-appropriate office supplies.


The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015)
Description: A stylish spy thriller with a mix of action, humor, and Cold War-era intrigue, featuring skilled operatives on a mission.
Fact: The film's soundtrack includes a unique blend of 1960s jazz and modern electronic music.


Atomic Blonde (2017)
Description: A visually striking action thriller with a strong, enigmatic protagonist navigating a world of espionage and double-crosses.
Fact: The film's ten-minute single-take fight scene took two weeks to rehearse and four days to shoot.


Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)
Description: Delivers high-octane action sequences, intricate plots, and a protagonist navigating a web of deception and global threats.
Fact: Tom Cruise performed the HALO jump sequence himself, breaking a world record for the highest freefall stunt.
