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For years, the action landscape remains one of the most profitable and entertaining genres in the film industry, giving us several action icons to admire. Among these action stars, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s name remains the most prominent among the general audience. Following his influence in the genre, many other actors aren’t too far from him in this field.
Apart from Arnold Schwarzenegger, there are other 7 action stars who have cemented themselves in the top. This list does not include many prominent A-listers, including Charlize Theron, Harrison Ford, and even Tom Cruise. But considering how many influential stars have risen throughout the years in the action landscape, it isn’t surprising that many big names will be missing out
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7 most prominent figures in the action landscape other than Arnold Schwarzenegger
1Keanu Reeves
After finding his foot in the industry through 1989’sBill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure,Keanu Reeveshas been involved in several action classics throughout his career. AlthoughThe Matrixinitially launched the actor to the top following its breathtaking actions and world-building, it was 2014’sJohn Wick, which would cement Reeves as one of the best action heroes of our time.
2Jackie Chan
Following his decades-long prominence in the industry and success, it’s no wonder why Jackie Chan is deemed one of the greatest action stars of all time. From repeatedly putting his life in danger due to his determination in perfecting the action sequences, the actor has become a global icon, and for all the right reasons. With the actor returning for the fourth entry in the belovedRush Hourfranchise, which initially launched the actor’s career in Hollywood, it’s evident that even at the age of 69, theRush Hourstar isn’t shying away from challenges.
3Sylvester Stallone
Being one of the most fierce rivals of Arnold Schwarzenegger back in his heyday, not only Stallone cemented himself as one of the best action stars. he also found his footing in the realm of writing and directing.Sylvester Stallonehas also been involved in numerous classics likeRambo, with the most prominent one beingRocky, which even earned him an Oscar Win for Best Picture and spawned an iconic franchise.
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4Bruce Willis
Among all the critically acclaimed projects he has been involved in, theDie Hardfranchise andThe Fifth Elementremain some of Bruce Willis’ most beloved works, which cemented him as an icon in the action landscape. Although the recent years haven’t been easy for the actor and his fans, following the actor being diagnosed with FTD, considering his contribution to the genre, Willis will always remain as one of the very best.
5Bruce Lee
Despite tragically passing away at a pretty young age, it didn’t stop Bruce Lee from making his mark as one of the top action stars of all time. Being an exceptional martial artist himself, the actor continues to influence upcoming action stars and a plethora of action fans, following his contribution to this genre with releases includingEnter the DragonandFist of Fury.
6Jason Statham
In the modern-day landscape of action, Jason Statham’s magnetic charm remains unmatched. The actor has been involved in several classics, includingThe Transporter, The Expendables,and theFast and Furiousfranchise. But it seems thatThe Transporterfilms acted as a precursor to his entrance into theFast and Furiousfranchise, where he soon emerged as one of the fan favorites. Despite making his entrance as a villain, following the audience’s response, his character Shaw would soon become one of the good guys in the next installment, cementing his place in the franchise.
7Clint Eastwood
Considering the actor’s influence in the Western landscape and his involvement in some of the most influential Westerns ever made, Clint Eastwood’s contribution to this genre is undeniable. Apart from playing one of the most badass protagonists in entertainment, the Man with no name has made a name for himself when it comes to filmmaking and has garnered four Oscars under his belt. Even at 93, the actor keeps on proving why he is the very best in this field, as he continues to deliver, with his latest release being 2021’sCry Macho.
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Although these are some of the most prominent names in the action landscape presently, they aren’t the only ones who’ve been entertaining us for years, as there are plenty of other actors to include in a single list.
Source:Ranker
Santanu Roy
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Santanu Roy is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on movies, with over 2,000 articles under his belt. He has been pursuing a degree in Animation and possesses a deep love for the medium of animation. Having spent the better part of the last two years pumping out articles for FW, Santanu excels at covering movie analysis and news surrounding Pixar, DCU, DreamWorks, and Batman’s cinematic legacy.With psychological thrillers and intimate slice-of-life dramas ranking among his favorite genres, Santanu is a big admirer of Luca Guadagnino, Shane Black, Park Chan-wook, and Brad Bird.
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