# The 10 Greatest R-Rated Action Masterpieces of the 21st Century, Ranked

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/the-10-greatest-r-rated-action-masterpieces-of-the-21st-century-ranked/
- Published: 2026-10-24T17:09:15+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-24T18:52:57+00:00
- Original publisher: Collider
- Original article: https://collider.com/best-r-rated-action-movie-masterpieces-21st-century-ranked/
- Topics: Entertainment, Film

## Key points

- The article ranks ten 21st-century R-rated action films.
- It praises *John Wick: Chapter 4* for its choreographed action.
- *Logan* blends visceral action with an emotional superhero farewell.

## Summary

The article ranks ten R-rated action films released in the 21st century, arguing that the rating can allow filmmakers to make action more gritty and visceral. It highlights films such as *John Wick: Chapter 4*, *Logan* and *Blade Runner 2049* as examples of the genre’s range, from elaborate set pieces to more intimate, emotional stories.

The supplied text praises *John Wick: Chapter 4* for its choreography and Keanu Reeves’ performance, and *Logan* for combining raw action with an emotional farewell to Wolverine. It also describes *Blade Runner 2049* as a strong legacy sequel that gained a following despite disappointing at the box office; the article text ends part-way through its discussion of that film.

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