In this article, we have collected 10 most interesting and entertaining films about special agents, as well as former experienced special agents, we recommend that you stock up on popcorn!
10. Bourne Identification (2002)
Matt Damon starring as Jason Bourne "The Bourne Identification" follows a man who almost died at sea. After a traumatic brain injury, he was diagnosed with retrograde amnesia, which keeps him trying to get answers about his mysterious past.
9. Assassin (2015)
Given the intensity of the war on drugs, a government official hires an FBI agent to take down several powerful cartels. She works alongside an introverted and mysterious man to stir up tensions between rival cartels, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.
8. Law Abiding Citizen (2009)
After the death of his family, a man tries to get justice for the man who killed them. However, a plea deal frees the killer. He soon takes matters into his own hands, putting those who wronged him to hell and prosecuting corrupt officials, such as his prosecutor, who have committed injustices.
For a law-abiding citizen has a talented cast including Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx and Viola Davis. This is one of the few films where the audience rate the film more than the critics. The action sequences are sure to keep viewers on their toes for an entertaining movie.
7. Hunt for "Red October" (1990)
Like many other Tom Clancy stories, "The Hunt for Red October" follows rising tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union when a Soviet captain, defying orders, sets his submarine's course for North America. Now Jack Ryan must determine his motives before things escalate.
In this version, Alec Baldwin portrays the famous Jack Ryan character and stars alongside Sean Connery, James Earl Jones and Sam Neill. There are several versions of the Jack Ryan story, but this first part Ryanverse is considered the best due to the exciting and tense scenario. The film was nominated for three Oscars and won one for Best Sound Effects Editing.
6. Salt (2010)
CIA agent Salt is a fugitive after she is wrongly accused of being a Russian spy. As she tries to prove her innocence, she also has to use her extraordinary skills to avoid capture.
Salt stars Angelina Jolie, who is known as the main character and has received praise for her performance. It is also one of her highest grossing films. Although the story is convoluted, the film has enough vivid and exciting action scenes to keep it entertaining.
5. Spy, get out! (2011)
Tinker Tailor Spy Events take place in the 1970s, when relations with the Soviet Union and the Cold War are becoming more intense. Upon learning that MI6 has a mole, the agency searches for a retired officer to find the double agent.
This movie has a great cast including Colin Firth, Tom Hardy and Benedict Cumberbatch. It's a well thought out and well written story that takes spy movies to the next level. The film was hailed as one of the best films of its time by many critics and received three Oscar nominations, including Best Actor for Oldman.
4. 1 p.m.: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016)
Based on Mitchell Zuckoff's 2014 book "13:00: The secret soldiers of Benghazi recounts the historical events of the Benghazi attack in 2012. The security team tries to survive this ambush by protecting and rescuing Americans at the US Consulate.
The film has amazing and harrowing action scenes depicting the heroic actions of those who carried out the attack. In addition, the cast plays an exceptional role, especially John Krasinski.
3. Cape Town Access Code (2012)
A CIA recruit finally receives an important assignment to watch over a rogue agent in his hideout. However, they both go on the run after being attacked and must reveal the trust.
Despite mixed reviews for the story and choppy editing, Ryan Reynolds and Denzel Washington delivered great performances that made this action movie thrilling and worth watching. The Cape Town passcode is filled with thrilling action scenes and car chases that make it a breathtaking action movie.
2. 21 Bridge (2019)
With no leads on who killed several cops, an NYPD detective takes extreme measures to close all 21 bridges in order to find and stop the suspects. In doing so, he also finds himself at the center of the conspiracy.
Starring Chadwick Boseman, Taylor Kitsch, Sienna Miller, 21 bridges" is another film on this list where critics gave it mixed reviews, but audiences thoroughly enjoyed it. It's filled with plot twists and well-thought-out action scenes that will keep viewers hooked throughout the movie. Additionally, Boseman has reunited with the MCU directors, the Russo Brothers, who are the film's producers.
1. Mission Impossible
"Mission Impossible" perhaps one of the most notable film series of all time, but it was the fourth film to amplify the high stakes of spy and action thrillers. The IMF is disavowing its most talented agent, Ethan Hunt, as they are responsible for the terrorist attack on the Kremlin. As Hunt leaves the network and turns to other agents for help, he hopes to stop the next attack and also helps clear the IMF's name.
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol is an exceptional addition to the series, one of the highlights of which is the brilliantly choreographed action sequences. Portraying Ethan Hunt, Tom Cruise once again shows off his stunt prowess, showcasing some of the most disturbing action scenes like his climb up the Burj Khalifa. The series currently consists of six films, with a seventh expected in 2022.
