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Top 10 Netflix Adventure Movies and Series That Will Ignite Your Wanderlust

By magicpin

Updated - May 9, 20247 min read

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In a world where the thrill of travel meets the comfort of your couch, Netflix serves as a portal to incredible adventures. If you're a wanderlust-driven soul trapped at home, fret not! We've scoured the depths of Netflix to bring you the ultimate list of adrenaline-pumping, globe-trotting movies. Buckle up as we take you on a cinematic journey through our handpicked selection of the "Top 10 Netflix Adventure Movies That Will Ignite Your Wanderlust."

 

1. Stranger Things

Summary:

Set in the 1980s, Stranger Things follows a group of kids in the town of Hawkins, Indiana. When a young boy named Will Byers disappears, his friends uncover a series of supernatural mysteries involving secret experiments, parallel dimensions, and a girl with psychokinetic abilities.

 

 

Star Cast: Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin

Release Year: 2016

Languages Available: English, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 50 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 8.7/10

 

 

2. Money Heist

 

A criminal mastermind known as "The Professor" recruits eight people with unique skills to carry out heists on the Royal Mint of Spain and the Bank of Spain. As their plans unfold, relationships are tested, and unexpected twists keep both the characters and viewers on the edge of their seats.

 

 

Star Cast: Álvaro Morte, Úrsula Corberó, Pedro Alonso, Alba Flores, Miguel Herrán

Release Year: 2017

Languages Available: Spanish, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 70 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 8.3/10

 

 

3. Extraction

 

Extraction follows Tyler Rake, a black-market mercenary, on a mission to rescue an international crime lord's kidnapped son in Bangladesh. Amidst a city engulfed in chaos, Rake navigates dangerous enemies and moral dilemmas, leading to intense action sequences and unexpected alliances.

 

 

Star Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Rudhraksh Jaiswal, Randeep Hooda

Release Year: 2020

Languages Available: English

Run-time: 117 minutes

IMDB Rating: 6.7/10

 

 

4. Alice in Borderland

 

After finding themselves in a deserted Tokyo, three friends are forced to participate in dangerous games in a parallel world to survive. As they confront their fears and unravel mysteries, they must outwit adversaries and navigate the enigmatic rules of the game.

 

 

Star Cast: Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya, Nijiro Murakami

Release Year: 2020

Languages Available: Japanese, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 50 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 7.8/10

 

 

5. All of Us Are Dead

 

A high school becomes ground zero for a zombie apocalypse, trapping students and staff inside. As chaos ensues, a group of survivors must band together to navigate the dangers within and outside the school, all while facing their inner demons.

 

 

Star Cast: Yoon Chan-young, Park Ji-hu, Cho Yi-hyun

Release Year: 2022

Languages Available: Korean, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 50 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 7.5/10

 

 

6. Squid Game

 

In a desperate bid to escape financial ruin, contestants participate in a mysterious game show called Squid Game. Little do they know that the stakes are life and death. As the challenges become increasingly deadly, the players must use wit and strategy to survive.

 

 

Star Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Park Hae-soo, Wi Ha-joon

Release Year: 2021

Languages Available: Korean, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 60 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 8.0/10

 

 

7. Enola Holmes

 

Enola Holmes, the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, embarks on a quest to find her missing mother. Along the way, she discovers her own detective skills and courage while unraveling a conspiracy that could change the course of history.

 

 

Star Cast: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin, Helena Bonham Carter

Release Year: 2020

Languages Available: English

Run-time: 123 minutes

IMDB Rating: 6.6/10

 

 

8. The Mummy

"The Mummy," directed by Stephen Sommers, is a thrilling adventure film that follows the discovery of an ancient and cursed mummy, Imhotep, in 1923. Imhotep, who was mummified alive for attempting to resurrect his forbidden lover, Princess Anck-su-Namun, is accidentally awakened by an unsuspecting group of archaeologists. Imhotep, now unleashed upon the world, embarks on a quest to resurrect his lover and unleash unimaginable evil.

 

 

Star Cast: Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, Arnold Vosloo, Jonathan Hyde, Oded Fehr

Release Year: 1999

Languages Available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese

Run-time: Approximately 124 minutes

IMDB Rating: 7.0/10

 

 

9. Khakee: The Bihar Chapter

This show unfolds in Sheikhpura, Nalanda, and Patna districts. Chandan Mahato, also known as Pintu Mahato, is part of the long-standing Ashok Mahto gang operating in Nalanda and Sheikhpura. The narrative follows Sheikhpura IPS Amit Lodha as he works to apprehend the Ashok Mahto gang, all the while dealing with his own personal challenges.

 

 

Star Cast: Karan Tacker, Avinash Tiwary, Abhimanyu Singh, Jatin Sarna

Release Year: 2022

Languages Available: Hindi

Run-time: Approximately 45-60 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 8.2/10

 

 

10. Sacred Games

 

Sacred Games follows the intertwined lives of Mumbai's criminal underworld, law enforcement, and politics. The series delves into the dark pasts of its characters, exploring themes of corruption, religion, and morality. As Inspector Sartaj Singh races against time to uncover a looming threat, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets.

 

 

Star Cast: Saif Ali Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte

Release Year: 2018

Languages Available: Hindi, Dubbed Versions Available

Run-time: Approximately 45-60 minutes per episode

IMDB Rating: 8.6/10

 


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FAQS:

Q: Are there adventure movies suitable for kids on Netflix?

A: Yes, Netflix has a range of adventure movies suitable for kids, including animated titles like "Moana" and "Kung Fu Panda."

 

Q: Does Netflix offer adventure movies in languages other than English?

A: Absolutely, Netflix provides adventure movies in various languages, such as the Spanish film "The Platform" and the Korean movie "The Drug King."

 

Q: Are there adventure movie series available for binge-watching on Netflix?

A: Yes, you can binge-watch adventure movie series like "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy and the "Indiana Jones" series on Netflix.

 

Q: Can I download adventure movies on Netflix to watch offline?

A: Yes, you can download adventure movies on Netflix and watch them offline on your mobile devices with the Netflix app.