Movies About Revenge

From David Fincher, starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Kevin Spacey, Andrew Kevin Walker
Rated R

Se7en is a psychological thriller directed by David Fincher starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman. The movie follows two detectives, Somerset (Freeman) and Mills (Pitt), as they investigate a series of gruesome, ritualistic murders. They discover that the killer, John Doe (Kevin Spacey), is driven by a twisted moral code that he uses to punish victims for their perceived sins. As the detectives close in on Doe, they must confront their own inner demons in pursuit of justice. The film is a dark, unsettling journey into the depths of human depravity, and its powerful ending continues to haunt viewers to this day.

From Luc Besson, starring Jean Reno, Gary Oldman, Natalie Portman, Danny Aiello
Rated R

Léon: The Professional is a 1994 French action-thriller film written and directed by Luc Besson. It stars Jean Reno as Léon, a professional hitman, and features Gary Oldman, Natalie Portman in her feature film debut, and Danny Aiello. The story follows Léon, a professional assassin, as he is reluctantly taken under the wing of Mathilda (Portman), a 12-year-old girl whose family is murdered by corrupt Drug Enforcement Administration agent Stansfield (Oldman). Mathilda seeks Léon's help in exacting revenge upon Stansfield and his team of corrupt police officers. The film was a critical and commercial success in Europe, and was nominated for several César Awards, including Best Film. It was also a significant box office success in the United States, grossing $45 million on a $16 million budget. It has since achieved cult status, with critical acclaim for its characters, story, style, and action sequences.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Caine
Rated PG-13

The Prestige is a 2006 psychological thriller from acclaimed director Christopher Nolan. The film follows two rival magicians, Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) and Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman), in a ruthless competition to create the perfect illusion. As the rivalry intensifies and their tricks become increasingly complex and dangerous, their lives become intertwined and the stakes are raised. With the help of their assistants, Olivia Wenscombe (Scarlett Johansson) and Cutter (Michael Caine), the two men push themselves and each other to the brink in pursuit of their dream. As the two men travel further and further down a dark path, they risk everything they hold dear in order to become the ultimate master of illusion.

From Damien Chazelle, starring Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist, Paul Reiser
Rated R

Whiplash is a 2014 American drama film written and directed by Damien Chazelle. It tells the story of a young jazz drummer, Andrew Neyman (Miles Teller), who enrolls at a prestigious music academy and is mentored by an abusive instructor, Terence Fletcher (J. K. Simmons). Andrew is pushed to his physical and psychological limits as he strives to make it to the top of the music world. The film explores the relationship between the student and the instructor, as well as the psychological effects of extreme ambition. The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actor for Simmons.

From Ridley Scott, starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed
Rated R

Gladiator is an epic historical drama film released in 2000, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe. The film focuses on the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a powerful Roman General who is betrayed and enslaved by the Emperor's ambitious son Commodus. Maximus is forced to fight as a gladiator in the Colosseum in Rome, in an effort to win his freedom and avenge the murder of his family. Through his courage, strength and skill in the arena, Maximus gains the admiration of the Roman people and becomes a symbol of freedom for them. In the end, Maximus is successful in his revenge against Commodus, who is killed in a final battle in the Colosseum. The film is a powerful story of a man's struggle against a corrupt system and his willingness to risk everything to avenge his family, and in the process, inspiring a nation to rise up against tyranny.

From Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans
Rated PG-13

Avengers: Infinity War is a 2018 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Avengers. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, it is the sequel to The Avengers (2012) and Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), and the nineteenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film features an ensemble cast including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Don Cheadle, Tom Holland, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Danai Gurira, Letitia Wright, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldana, Josh Brolin, and Chris Pratt. The plot follows the Avengers and their allies in their attempt to stop Thanos from collecting the six all-powerful Infinity Stones and using them to end half of all life in the universe. Despite the Avengers' efforts, Thanos succeeds in collecting the Stones, wiping out half of all life in the universe. Avengers: Infinity War ultimately grossed over $2 billion worldwide, becoming the fourth film and the first superhero film to reach this milestone. It also became the highest-grossing film of 2018

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington
Rated R

Django Unchained is a 2012 American revisionist western film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. It stars Jamie Foxx as Django, a freed slave who teams up with a bounty hunter called Dr. King Schultz (played by Christoph Waltz) to rescue his wife, Broomhilda (Kerry Washington), from an evil plantation owner, Calvin Candie (Leonardo DiCaprio). Along the way, they find themselves up against a formidable group of outlaws, who are out to get Django and keep him from rescuing his beloved wife. The film also stars Samuel L. Jackson, Walton Goggins, and Don Johnson. With a mix of action, humor, and a healthy dose of Tarantino's trademark violence, Django Unchained is a gripping, entertaining, and thought-provoking story about the nature of freedom and the consequences of slavery.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Guy Pearce, Carrie-Anne Moss, Joe Pantoliano, Mark Boone Junior
Rated R

Memento follows Leonard Shelby (Guy Pearce), a former insurance investigator with anterograde amnesia, as he attempts to track down his wife's murderer, with the help of his friend, Teddy (Joe Pantoliano). Leonard's condition prevents him from forming any new memories, so he relies on Polaroid photos, notes, and tattoos as reminders of his goal and clues as to who may be responsible. As the story progresses, Leonard discovers that he may have been responsible for his wife's death, and is presented with a difficult moral dilemma. The story is told in two timelines, which are intercut throughout the film to bring the audience closer to Leonard's experience. In the end, Leonard is left to confront the truth of his identity and past, and decide how he wants to move forward.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jeong, Kim Byeong-Ok
Rated R

Oldboy is a 2003 South Korean psychological thriller film directed by Park Chan-wook. It tells the story of Oh Dae-su, a man who is inexplicably kidnapped and imprisoned in a shabby hotel room for 15 years without explanation. He eventually learns of his captor's motives and seeks revenge. The film follows Oh Dae-su as he is released and embarks on a quest for vengeance against his captor, uncovering hidden psychological and social connections along the way. Along the way, he discovers the shocking secrets of his captor's true identity and the reason he was held captive. The film builds to a violent climax as Oh Dae-su strives to fulfill his revenge and finally gain his freedom.

From Christopher Nolan, starring Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman
Rated PG-13

The Dark Knight Rises is the third and final installment in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Trilogy. Eight years after the events of The Dark Knight, Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) has become a recluse until the arrival of a cunning cat burglar, Selina Kyle (Anne Hathaway), and the terror plot of Bane (Tom Hardy) forces him to don the cape and cowl of Batman once more to save Gotham City from destruction. With the help of Commissioner Gordon (Gary Oldman), Lucius Fox (Morgan Freeman), Alfred Pennyworth (Michael Caine), and Selina, Batman faces his greatest challenge yet. In the midst of the chaos, Batman must confront his own physical and psychological demons while fighting Bane and the League of Shadows, led by Talia al Ghul (Marion Cotillard). The Dark Knight Rises is an epic conclusion to the trilogy, with intense action sequences and emotionally charged performances that bring Batman's story to a triumphant end.

From Mel Gibson, starring Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan, Angus Macfadyen
Rated R

Braveheart is a 1995 American epic war film directed by Mel Gibson and starring Gibson as William Wallace, a late 13th-century Scottish warrior who led the Scots in the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward I of England. The story is inspired by Blind Harry's epic poem The Actes and Deidis of the Illustre and Vallyeant Campioun Schir William Wallace, along with other historical sources. The film depicts the life of Wallace, a commoner who became a Scottish national hero. After being declared an outlaw by the King of England, Wallace rallies the Scottish to fight for freedom and leads a daring charge against the English army. Along the way, he falls in love with Murron MacClannough, a young Scottish woman, and fights to protect her from the violence of the English. In the end, Wallace is betrayed and ultimately executed, but his death serves as a rallying point for the Scots who, ultimately, are successful in their fight for freedom.

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Brad Pitt, Diane Kruger, Eli Roth, Mélanie Laurent
Rated R

Inglourious Basterds is a World War II-era film directed by Quentin Tarantino. The film follows a group of Jewish-American soldiers known as the "Basterds" who are on a mission to take down the Nazi regime in Germany by any means necessary. The Basterds are led by Lieutenant Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt) and are joined by German-born actress and undercover agent Shosanna Dreyfus (Mélanie Laurent). As the Basterds set out to execute their plan, they cross paths with Nazi Colonel Hans Landa (Christoph Waltz) and a German movie theater owner, Shosanna, who is on the run from the Nazi regime. The Basterds and Shosanna’s paths intersect in a series of violent and thrilling events as they attempt to put an end to the war.

From Richard Marquand, starring Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams
Rated PG

Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi is the final installment of the original Star Wars trilogy. The Rebel Alliance, with help from the Ewoks of Endor, takes on the evil Empire in a battle that will decide the fate of the galaxy. Luke Skywalker and his friends Han Solo, Princess Leia, Chewbacca and the droids C-3PO and R2-D2 fight against Darth Vader and the Emperor in an epic struggle of good versus evil. Meanwhile, the Rebel forces must destroy the new Death Star before it can be used to crush the Rebellion. In the end, the Rebels triumph and the Empire is vanquished. The film was directed by Richard Marquand and stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, and Anthony Daniels.

From Paul Thomas Anderson, starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Ciarán Hinds, Martin Stringer
Rated R

"There Will Be Blood" is a 2007 drama by director Paul Thomas Anderson that tells the story of Daniel Plainview, a single-minded and ruthless oil prospector in the early 20th century. After striking oil in California, Daniel's search for wealth and power leads him into a ruthless conflict with a local preacher, Eli Sunday. As their rivalry intensifies, Daniel's indifference to the people and consequences of his actions leads him to a dark and destructive end. With career-defining performances from Daniel Day-Lewis and Paul Dano, "There Will Be Blood" is a powerful exploration of greed, ambition, and the corrosive effects of power.

From Clint Eastwood, starring Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris
Rated R

Unforgiven is a Western drama directed by Clint Eastwood, starring himself, Morgan Freeman, and Gene Hackman. It follows two retired, aging outlaws, William Munny (Eastwood) and Ned Logan (Freeman), who are coaxed out of retirement by a young gunslinger, the Schofield Kid (Jaimz Woolvett), to hunt down and kill a group of cowboys who have been terrorizing a small town. Munny and Logan are accompanied by a veteran gunslinger, English Bob (Hackman). The mission is complicated by the fact that they are being hunted by the town's Sheriff, Little Bill Daggett (also Hackman). As the mission progresses and the men become increasingly desperate, the violence escalates and the lines between right and wrong become blurred. In the end, the men realize that violence can never be justified and that true justice can only come from within.

From James McTeigue, starring Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman, Rupert Graves, Stephen Rea
Rated R

V for Vendetta is a 2005 dystopian political thriller film set in a future United Kingdom, starring Hugo Weaving as V, a mysterious masked vigilante who attempts to ignite a revolution and overthrow the oppressive neo-fascist regime of Norsefire. Natalie Portman stars as Evey, a young woman who is rescued by V from the secret police and finds herself deeply enamored by his idealistic approach to justice. Throughout the film, V and Evey embark on a mission to bring down the government, sparking a revolution in the process. As their mission progresses, they battle against a powerful secret police force and face a variety of obstacles, including a dangerous group of terrorists and the threat of nuclear destruction. Themes of justice, freedom, and identity are explored throughout the film, ultimately culminating in a climactic battle between V and the government.

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Uma Thurman, David Carradine, Daryl Hannah, Michael Madsen
Rated R

Kill Bill: Vol. 1 is a 2003 action/martial arts film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. It stars Uma Thurman as the Bride, a former assassin seeking revenge on her former boss and his squad of assassins. The film follows the Bride on her violent journey of revenge as she hunts down and kills her former colleagues. Along the way, she also encounters allies such as Hattori Hanzo and Bill, her former mentor. The film culminates in a thrilling showdown between the Bride and her nemesis, Bill, as she seeks to exact her revenge. The film features dazzling fight scenes and stylish cinematography, as well as a variety of pop culture references and nods to other movies.

From David Fincher, starring Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris, Tyler Perry
Rated R

Gone Girl is a 2014 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and based on the novel of the same name by Gillian Flynn. The film follows Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) who is suspected of murder after his wife Amy Dunne (Rosamund Pike) vanishes from their Missouri home on the day of their fifth wedding anniversary. Nick's increasingly suspicious behaviour and the complex past of their relationship sparks a media frenzy, releasing a series of events that lead to Amy's return. The film follows Nick's attempts to prove his innocence as he discovers the truth about Amy's disappearance and his marriage. With twists and turns throughout, Gone Girl explores themes of trust, manipulation, and the power of perception.

From Martin McDonagh, starring Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell, Caleb Landry Jones
Rated R

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is a 2017 dark comedy-drama film directed by Martin McDonagh. The story follows Mildred Hayes (Frances McDormand), a grieving mother whose daughter was brutally raped and murdered one year prior. In an effort to seek justice, Mildred rents three billboards outside of her hometown of Ebbing, Missouri and uses them to criticize the local police force’s lack of progress in her daughter’s case. As news of the billboards spreads, Mildred finds herself in a heated battle with the police chief, Sheriff Bill Willoughby (Woody Harrelson). Meanwhile, an unlikely friendship forms between Willoughby and Mildred’s son, Robbie (Lucas Hedges), which helps Mildred to reexamine her own views of justice. Ultimately, the film is about the power of redemption and the ability to forgive.

From Denis Villeneuve, starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Melissa Leo
Rated R

"Prisoners" is a 2013 mystery-thriller film directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Maria Bello, and Terrence Howard. The film tells the story of two families whose young daughters are abducted on Thanksgiving Day. Desperate to get their children back, the fathers take matters into their own hands, embarking on a desperate search to find the girls. With the help of a local detective, they soon discover that a mysterious, solitary man called Alex Jones may be responsible for the disappearances. As the investigation deepens, the fathers and the detective unravel a horrifying truth that has consequences far beyond what they could have imagined.

From Joss Whedon, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner
Rated PG-13

The Avengers is a 2012 superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. Directed by Joss Whedon, the film stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeremy Renner as the eponymous superhero team. When Loki, a powerful alien villain, arrives on Earth and steals a powerful energy source called the Tesseract, Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency S.H.I.E.L.D., activates the Avengers Initiative, recruiting Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, the Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye to protect the world from destruction. The Avengers must battle Loki and his cohorts to save the world from disaster and restore order. Along the way, they must learn to put their differences aside and work together if they are to succeed. In the end, their teamwork and heroic sacrifices save the day.

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Uma Thurman, David Carradine, Michael Madsen, Daryl Hannah
Rated R

Kill Bill: Vol. 2 is a 2004 action film directed by Quentin Tarantino and the second installment in the Kill Bill series. The film follows The Bride (Uma Thurman) as she continues her quest for revenge against the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad (Vernita Green, O-Ren Ishii, Budd, and Elle Driver) who attempted to kill her and her unborn child four years prior. Along the way, she must confront her former boss and lover Bill (David Carradine), who is also the father of her child. In the second volume, The Bride discovers the truth behind her past, and ultimately must make the hardest decisions of her life. The film is characterized by its non-linear narrative, featuring flashbacks, non-chronological scenes and a mixture of both color and black and white cinematography.

From Alejandro G. Iñárritu, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Will Poulter, Domhnall Gleeson
Rated R

The Revenant is an epic adventure-drama film directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu released in 2015. The film follows the story of Hugh Glass, a frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s who is brutally attacked by a bear and left to die by his companions. Deep in the uncharted wilderness, Glass battles against all odds to survive and seek vengeance on his betrayers. Driven by the sheer will to live, Glass must navigate a hostile environment, a brutal winter, and warring Native American tribes in his quest for survival. Along his journey, he meets a mysterious native american who provides him with the knowledge he needs to survive and find his vengeance. The Revenant is a powerful exploration of the human spirit in its most extreme form.

From Directors: Frank Miller, Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, starring Mickey Rourke, Clive Owen, Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba
Rated R

Sin City is a neo-noir action film released in 2005 and directed by a trio of directors: Frank Miller, Quentin Tarantino, and Robert Rodriguez. The movie is based on Miller's graphic novel series of the same name. It follows the intertwining stories of several desperate people who live in Basin City, or "Sin City," a crime-ridden metropolis full of corruption, violence, and vice. The main characters include an ex-convict (Marv) on a quest for vengeance, a cop (Hartigan) battling a corrupt senator, and a hitman (Dwight) searching for redemption. The film is noted for its stunning visuals and its unique blend of live-action and graphic novel-style animation. The movie was a critical and commercial success, and a sequel was released in 2014.

From Lars von Trier, starring Nicole Kidman, Paul Bettany, Lauren Bacall, Harriet Andersson
Rated R

Dogville is a 2003 Danish drama film directed by Lars von Trier. Set in a small town in the Rocky Mountains of the United States, the film tells the story of Grace (Nicole Kidman), a mysterious young woman who arrives in Dogville seeking refuge from gangsters who are pursuing her. The townspeople agree to take her in, but they demand a favor in return: she must work for them in exchange for her safety. As time passes, however, the townspeople's demands become more and more extreme, and Grace gradually realizes that she must find a way to escape the town before it's too late.