10 Movies & Shows Like Relentless (2018)

Description: A high-stakes thriller about a man wrongfully accused and on the run, determined to clear his name while evading relentless pursuers. The tension and cat-and-mouse chase dynamics are central to the story.

Fact: The train crash scene was one of the most expensive stunts ever filmed at the time, costing over $1 million. The film was based on a 1960s TV series of the same name.

Description: A story of a skilled operative with amnesia, relentlessly piecing together his identity while being hunted by shadowy organizations, featuring intense action and a mysterious past.

Fact: The film's famous car chase scene through Paris was filmed without permits, using real traffic. The novel it's based on was originally published in 1980 but took over 20 years to be adapted.

Description: A gripping series centered around a man's relentless mission to break his wrongfully accused brother out of prison, filled with intense action, strategic planning, and constant evasion of authorities.

Fact: The show's iconic tattoo map was designed by a real tattoo artist and took over four hours to apply for filming. The series was initially planned as a limited miniseries but was expanded due to its popularity.

Description: A retired intelligence officer uses his particular set of skills to help the helpless, taking on criminals with brutal efficiency and precision, often against overwhelming numbers.

Fact: Denzel Washington trained in Krav Maga for the role. The film is a loose adaptation of a 1980s TV series starring Edward Woodward.

Description: A former military investigator operates outside the law to uncover the truth behind a conspiracy, using his combat skills and analytical mind to take down corrupt forces.

Fact: Tom Cruise, despite being much shorter than the book character, performed most of his own stunts. The film's car chase was done with practical effects, not CGI.

Description: A former marksman is framed and must use his elite skills to evade capture while uncovering a conspiracy, featuring intense action sequences and a lone protagonist against powerful enemies.

Fact: The film's sniper scenes were technically accurate enough to be used as training material by military units. It's based on the novel 'Point of Impact' by Stephen Hunter.

Description: A father's relentless pursuit to rescue his kidnapped daughter, showcasing brutal efficiency, tactical skills, and unwavering determination against overwhelming odds.

Fact: The film's famous phone monologue was improvised by Liam Neeson. It was originally conceived as a straight-to-DVD release before becoming a box office hit.

Description: A math savant with lethal combat skills uncovers financial crimes while evading both criminals and law enforcement, blending intense action with cerebral problem-solving.

Fact: Ben Affleck trained with Navy SEALs to prepare for the role. The film's autism representation was praised by advocacy groups for its accuracy.

Description: A retired hitman embarks on a relentless revenge mission after personal tragedy, featuring stylized action sequences and a world of underground assassins.

Fact: The film's action sequences were inspired by Hong Kong action cinema and samurai films. Keanu Reeves did over 90% of his own stunts in the movie.

Description: A real-time thriller following a counterterrorism agent's relentless pursuit of threats, featuring non-stop action, high stakes, and a race against time to prevent disasters.

Fact: Each season represents 24 hours of continuous action, with episodes unfolding in real time. The show popularized the split-screen technique for simultaneous action sequences.