20 Best Action Movies on Peacock 2026
Find action-packed picks on Peacock, from Train to Busan and The Rock to Blade, Point Break, and World War Z across thrillers, horror, and adventure.
If you’re searching for the best action movies on Peacock, this list gives you a mix of high-stakes survival, monster mayhem, crime showdowns, and fast-moving thrillers. You’ll find titles like Train to Busan, The Rock, Point Break, and Nobody, plus genre blends such as Blade, World War Z, and The Mummy. There’s also room for newer picks like Disclosure Day and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie for viewers who want action with science-fiction or family-friendly energy. Whether you want intense suspense, horror-leaning danger, or a lighter adventure, these 20 choices cover a wide range of moods and styles.
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Disclosure Day
action & adventure · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
If you found out we weren’t alone in the universe, would that frighten you?
Why watch: If you enjoy action mixed with mystery and science-fiction, this is an easy pick. Its premise leans on a big unknown, which makes it a fit for viewers who like tension with their adventure.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Colman DomingoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Kubo and the Two Strings
2 Oscar nominations
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy
Kubo mesmerizes the people in his village with his magical gift for spinning wild tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit seeking vengeance, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father and his mystical weaponry, as well as discover his own magical powers.
Why watch: If you enjoy action-adventure with fantasy and family-friendly storytelling, this is worth a look. The magical quest setup makes it a fit for viewers who like a more mythic style of adventure.
Directed by Travis KnightCast Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron, Brenda Vaccaro, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Meyrick MurphyHuluPeacock PremiumMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Train to Busan
action · horror · thriller
When a zombie virus pushes Korea into a state of emergency, those trapped on an express train to Busan must fight for their own survival.
Why watch: If you want survival pressure and horror with your action, this one fits well. It’s best for viewers who like a confined, high-stakes setup and a race to stay alive.
Directed by Yeon Sang-hoCast Gong Yoo, Jung Yu-mi, Ma Dong-seok, Kim Su-an, Kim Eui-sungPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Van Helsing
action · adventure · fantasy · thriller
Famed monster slayer Gabriel Van Helsing is dispatched to Transylvania to assist the last of the Valerious bloodline in defeating Count Dracula. Anna Valerious reveals that Dracula has formed an unholy alliance with Dr. Frankenstein's monster and is hell-bent on exacting a centuries-old curse on her family.
Why watch: If you like action-adventure with fantasy and thriller energy, this should fit. It works well for viewers who want a monster-hunting story with a classic gothic vibe.
Directed by Stephen SommersCast Hugh Jackman, Kate Beckinsale, Richard Roxburgh, David Wenham, Shuler HensleyAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Mummy
1 Oscar nomination
action · adventure · fantasy
Dashing legionnaire Rick O'Connell stumbles upon the hidden ruins of Hamunaptra while in the midst of a battle to claim the area in 1920s Egypt. It has been over three thousand years since former High Priest Imhotep suffered a fate worse than death as a punishment for a forbidden love—along with a curse that guarantees eternal doom upon the world if he is ever awoken.
Why watch: If you like action with adventure and fantasy, this is a strong match. The story centers on a cursed ancient threat, so it may appeal to fans of big, pulpy danger.
Directed by Stephen SommersCast Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, Arnold Vosloo, Kevin J. O'ConnorPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
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The Crow
action & adventure · crime · drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller
Exactly one year after young rock guitarist Eric Draven and his fiancée are brutally killed by a ruthless gang of criminals, Draven, watched over by a hypnotic crow, returns from the grave to exact revenge.
Why watch: If you like revenge stories with action, fantasy, and horror elements, this could be the one for you. Its crime and thriller sides also make it a good pick for darker genre fans.
Directed by Alex ProyasCast Brandon Lee, Rochelle Davis, Ernie Hudson, Michael Wincott, Bai LingPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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From Dusk Till Dawn
action · crime · horror
After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious vampire clientele.
Why watch: If you enjoy action that suddenly turns into horror, this is a good option. Its crime angle and vampire setup make it especially appealing for viewers who like genre surprises.
Directed by Robert RodriguezCast George Clooney, Quentin Tarantino, Harvey Keitel, Juliette Lewis, Ernest LiuPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
action & adventure · animation · comedy · fantasy · kids & family · science-fiction
Having thwarted Bowser's previous plot to marry Princess Peach, Mario and Luigi now face a fresh threat in Bowser Jr., who is determined to liberate his father from captivity and restore the family legacy. Alongside companions new and old, the brothers travel across the stars to stop the young heir's crusade.
Why watch: If you want animated action that also keeps things light with comedy and family elements, this may be a good choice. Its science-fiction and fantasy mix suggests a broad, playful adventure.
Directed by Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc, Fabien PolackCast Brie Larson, Virginia Dare Jelenic, Benny Safdie, Kevin Michael Richardson, Chris PrattPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Blade
action · horror · sci-fi
The Daywalker known as "Blade" - a half-vampire, half-mortal man - becomes the protector of humanity against an underground army of vampires.
Why watch: If you want action with horror and sci-fi, this is a natural choice. The premise of a half-vampire protector gives it a strong genre hook for supernatural-action fans.
Directed by Stephen NorringtonCast Wesley Snipes, Stephen Dorff, Kris Kristofferson, N'Bushe Wright, Donal LoguePeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Hot Fuzz
action · comedy · mystery · thriller
Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.
Why watch: If you enjoy action-comedy with mystery and thriller elements, this is a smart pick. It suits viewers who like crime-solving with humor rather than nonstop intensity.
Directed by Edgar WrightCast Simon Pegg, Martin Freeman, Bill Nighy, Robert Popper, Joe CornishPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight
action & adventure · comedy · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller
Ex-soldier Frank Brayker is the guardian of an ancient key that can unlock tremendous evil; the sinister Collector is a demon who wants the key so he can initiate the apocalypse. On the run from wicked mercenaries for almost 90 years, Brayker finally stops in at a boarding house in New Mexico where — with the help of its residents — he plans to face off against the Collector and his band of ghouls, preventing them from ever seizing the key.
Directed by Ernest DickersonCast Billy Zane, William Sadler, Jada Pinkett Smith, Brenda Bakke, CCH PounderPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Hook
5 Oscar nominations
action & adventure · comedy · fantasy · kids & family
The boy who wasn't supposed to grow up—Peter Pan—does just that, becoming a soulless corporate lawyer whose workaholism could cost him his wife and kids. During his trip to see Granny Wendy in London, the vengeful Capt. Hook kidnaps Peter's kids and forces Peter to return to Neverland.
Why watch: If you want action-adventure with comedy and fantasy, this is a great fit. It may especially appeal if you like stories that mix family themes with a playful, imaginative setting.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Dustin Hoffman, Robin Williams, Julia Roberts, Bob Hoskins, Maggie SmithPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Collateral
2 Oscar nominations Best Supporting Actor (2005)
action · crime · drama · thriller
Cab driver Max picks up a man who offers him $600 to drive him around. But the promise of easy money sours when Max realizes his fare is an assassin.
Why watch: If you enjoy action thrillers with crime and drama, this is a strong choice. The cab-and-assassin setup should suit viewers who like contained stories with steady suspense.
Directed by Michael MannCast Tom Cruise, Jamie Foxx, Jada Pinkett Smith, Mark Ruffalo, Peter BergAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Nobody
action · crime · drama · thriller
Hutch Mansell, a suburban dad, overlooked husband, nothing neighbor — a "nobody." When two thieves break into his home one night, Hutch's unknown long-simmering rage is ignited and propels him on a brutal path that will uncover dark secrets he fought to leave behind.
Why watch: If you like action-crime stories with thriller energy and a lead pushed into violence, this is a good fit. It may appeal to viewers who prefer a grounded revenge-style setup.
Directed by Ilya NaishullerCast Bob Odenkirk, Aleksey Serebryakov, Connie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd, Michael IronsidePeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Point Break
action · crime · thriller
In Los Angeles, a gang of bank robbers who call themselves The Ex-Presidents commit their crimes while wearing masks of Reagan, Carter, Nixon and Johnson. Believing that the members of the gang could be surfers, the F.B.I. sends young agent Johnny Utah to the beach undercover to mix with the surfers and gather information.
Why watch: If you enjoy action with crime and thriller tension, this is an easy recommendation. It’s a strong choice for anyone who likes undercover investigations and high-energy pursuits.
Directed by Kathryn BigelowCast Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves, Gary Busey, Lori Petty, John C. McGinleyNetflixTubiPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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War of the Worlds
3 Oscar nominations
action · adventure · sci-fi
Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Miranda Otto, Justin Chatwin, Tim RobbinsPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Halloween Kills
action & adventure · drama · horror · mystery & thriller
Michael manages to free himself from Laurie Strode's trap to resume his ritual bloodbath. As she fights for her life from injuries from their last encounter, she inspires her daughter Karen, her granddaughter Allyson, and all of Haddonfield to rise up against the unstoppable monster.
Why watch: If you’re in the mood for action with horror and mystery, this one is aimed at you. It suits viewers who want a tense, dangerous follow-up to a familiar slasher setup.
Directed by David Gordon GreenCast Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, James Jude Courtney, Nick CastlePeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Crow
action & adventure · crime · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller · romance
Soulmates Eric and Shelly are brutally murdered. Given a chance to save the love of his life, Eric must sacrifice himself and traverse the worlds of the living and the dead, seeking revenge.
Why watch: If you like action with fantasy, horror, and romance, this is the pick to check out. It’s geared toward viewers who want a revenge story with supernatural elements.
Directed by Rupert SandersCast Bill Skarsgård, FKA twigs, Danny Huston, Josette Simon, Laura BirnPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Gangster, the Cop, the Devil
action · crime · thriller
After barely surviving a brutal attack by a sadistic serial killer, crime boss Jang Dong-su is left humiliated. Determined to catch the killer known as K, he forms an uneasy alliance with Jung Tae-seok, a relentless and incorruptible detective who often disrupts his illegal business. However, while Jang Dong-su wants K dead, Jung Tae-suk is determined to bring him to justice. With a deal in place—whoever finds K first will decide his fate—the hunt begins, blurring the lines between crime and law.
Why watch: If you enjoy action-thrillers built around a crime hunt, this one is a good match. The uneasy alliance premise gives it a strong hook for viewers who like tense cat-and-mouse stories.
Directed by Lee Won-taeCast Ma Dong-seok, Kim Mu-yeol, Kim Sungkyu, Yoo Seung-mok, Choi Min-cheolAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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World War Z
action · adventure · horror · sci-fi
Life for former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane and his family seems content. Suddenly, the world is plagued by a mysterious infection turning whole human populations into rampaging mindless zombies. After barely escaping the chaos, Lane is persuaded to go on a mission to investigate this disease. What follows is a perilous trek around the world where Lane must brave horrific dangers and long odds to find answers before human civilization falls.
Why watch: If you like action-adventure with horror and sci-fi, this is a strong choice. It should appeal to viewers who want a global-scale survival story with infection-fueled danger.
Directed by Marc ForsterCast Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, Daniella Kertesz, James Badge Dale, Ludi BoekenPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This lineup is useful if you want action with different flavors, from zombie chaos and revenge stories to heists, monster hunts, and crime thrillers. Titles like Hot Fuzz, Collateral, The Gangster, the Cop, the Devil, and Train to Busan show how broad the genre can be. Bookmark this page if you like keeping a running watchlist, since it’s updated regularly as the catalog changes. Come back whenever you want a fresh place to start your next streaming night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some good action movies to stream right now?
Our top picks right now are Disclosure Day (2026), Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), Train to Busan (2016), Van Helsing (2004), The Mummy (1999), The Crow (1994), From Dusk Till Dawn (1996), The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026), Blade (1998) and Hot Fuzz (2007), all streaming on Peacock. There are 10 more picks in the full list above.
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Peacock subscription to watch these?
Yes. Every title on this list is currently available on Peacock. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
How are these action movies ranked?
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