Best movies — action on Disney+ : our Top 20

1980 · Irvin Kershner

Luke Skywalker, determined to help topple the oppressive Galactic Empire, travels to train under the reclusive, elderly Jedi master Yoda and deepen his command of the Force. Darth Vader, relentless in his pursuit, closes in on Luke, while Princess Leia, the brash Han Solo, Chewbacca and the droids C-3PO and R2-D2 are swept into a tangled web of capture, betrayal and growing despair.

With Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, David Prowse and Peter Mayhew

1977 · George Lucas

When Princess Leia is taken hostage by the ruthless Imperial forces as they tighten their grip on the galaxy, intrepid Luke Skywalker and the roguish Captain Han Solo join forces with the resourceful droid pair R2-D2 and C-3PO. Together they embark on a dangerous rescue mission to free the princess and challenge the Empire’s oppressive rule, fighting to restore freedom and justice across the stars.

With Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Cushing, Alec Guinness, Anthony Daniels and Kenny Baker

2019 · Anthony Russo

In the wake of Thanos' catastrophic triumph, which has left the cosmos shattered and countless lives wiped away, the remaining heroes and their allies must reunite to reverse his destruction. Pushed to the brink and ready to accept any sacrifice, this battered group of Avengers embarks on a desperate effort to undo the Titan’s deed and restore balance to the universe.

With Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Don Cheadle

2012 · Joss Whedon

Infinity War’s catastrophic fallout, Thanos’s actions have left the universe fractured. The remaining heroes, joined by their allies, must come together one last time to undo his devastation and restore cosmic balance—no matter the sacrifices they must face.

With Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Tom Hiddleston

2018 · Anthony Russo

unite six legendary artifacts that will grant him near-omnipotent control over reality. As Earth's greatest heroes and their allies marshal to repel threats no one hero could face alone, they confront a force that threatens everything they've defended. The struggle to stop him becomes a battle for the planet—and for the very survival of existence.

With Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland

1983 · Richard Marquand

Luke Skywalker spearheads a daring operation to free Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt’s clutches, while the Emperor completes an even more devastating Death Star to crush the Rebellion. As the Rebel fleet launches a massive assault on the battle station, Luke faces Darth Vader in a final, decisive lightsaber duel before the Emperor.

With Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew and Sebastian Shaw

1986 · James Cameron

The sole survivor of the Nostromo’s deadly run-in with a terrifying extraterrestrial, Ripley is rescued and returned to Earth after 57 years spent in hypersleep. Faced with widespread disbelief about her story, she reluctantly joins a squad of Colonial Marines on a return mission to the desolate moon LV-426.

With Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Lance Henriksen, Bill Paxton, Jenette Goldstein, Carrie Henn and Paul Reiser

1988 · John McTiernan

Intent on repairing his marriage, NYPD detective John McClane stops by his wife's office holiday party—only to see the building seized by a group of heavily armed criminals soon after he arrives. With little backup from the local police, the quick-witted cop becomes the sole line of defense, using guile and grit to thwart the attackers, free the hostages and foil their scheme.

With Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Alexander Godunov, Bonnie Bedelia, Reginald VelJohnson, Paul Gleason and De'voreaux White

2012 · Joss Whedon

A sudden, shadowy threat jeopardizes global stability, forcing Nick Fury, head of the international peacekeeping agency S.H.I.E.L.D., to assemble an unlikely team of exceptional individuals. A bold, globe-spanning recruitment drive races against the clock to bring these heroes together and avert catastrophe.

With Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Tom Hiddleston

2019 · James Mangold

In 1966, American car designer Carroll Shelby teams up with British-born driver Ken Miles to fight corporate politics, the limits of engineering, and their own inner conflicts as they build a groundbreaking race car for Ford and challenge Enzo Ferrari’s dominance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France.

With Christian Bale, Matt Damon, Jon Bernthal, Caitríona Balfe, Josh Lucas, Noah Jupe and Tracy Letts

2003 · Gore Verbinski

Crafty Captain Barbossa seizes Jack Sparrow’s ship and abducts Governor Beckett’s daughter Elizabeth, prompting her childhood friend Will Turner to join forces with Jack in a desperate bid to free her and reclaim the infamous Black Pearl.

With Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Geoffrey Rush, Jack Davenport, Jonathan Pryce and Lee Arenberg

2008 · Louis Leterrier

Having walked away from his days as a costumed hero, Bob Parr now leads a quiet life as an insurance claims adjuster and suburban father to three children, alongside his wife who also once fought crime. When a mysterious case lands on his desk, he’s drawn back into the fray and must slip into his old suit once again.

With Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt, Tim Blake Nelson, Ty Burrell and Christina Cabot

2014 · James Gunn

Haunted by Gamora's absence, Peter Quill must unite his scattered team to defend the galaxy and protect one of their own. If they fail, the mission could shatter everything the Guardians have become.

With Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Lee Pace and Michael Rooker

2023 · James Gunn

Haunted by Gamora's absence, Peter Quill must pull his fractured crew back together to both defend the galaxy and keep one of their own safe. The mission’s stakes are enormous—any slip-up could bring about the Guardians’ undoing and destroy everything they fight to protect.

With Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel and Bradley Cooper

2004 · Brad Bird

Bob Parr has left behind his days of saving the world to work as an insurance claims adjuster and help his equally retired wife raise their three children in suburban quiet. When an enigmatic assignment lands on his desk, he’s pulled out of domestic life and forced to don his old costume once more.

With Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Spencer Fox, Jason Lee, Samuel L. Jackson and Elizabeth Peña

2024 · Ariel Vromen

In the bustling, rough-edged city of Agrabah, a kindhearted street thief named Aladdin and the strong-willed Princess Jasmine fall for each other, though royal custom bars her from marrying anyone but a prince. Aladdin and the conniving Grand Vizier Jafar clash in a race to seize an enchanted lamp whose genie can grant any desire.

With Tyrese Gibson, Scott Eastwood, Ray Liotta, Dylan Arnold, Oleg Taktarov, John West Jr and Clé Bennett

2014 · Bryan Singer

An iconic mutant team wages a life-or-death conflict across two eras, teaming up with their younger selves in a decisive struggle to rewrite history and ensure their species — and the future — survive.

With Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen

2001 · Tim Burton

Stranded after a violent crash on an uncharted world, audacious astronaut Leo Davidson discovers a society in which intelligent apes rule and humans are subjugated. Fighting to survive and find a way back to Earth, he becomes the target of a relentless gorilla military commanded by the merciless General Thade.

With Mark Wahlberg, Tim Roth, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Clarke Duncan, Kris Kristofferson, Estella Warren and Paul Giamatti

2014 · Matt Reeves

An astronaut named Taylor crashes on a distant world ruled by apes who keep a primitive human population for experiments and brutal games. Soon he is hunted and captured, his survival ultimately resting with a compassionate chimpanzee scientist who chooses to protect him.

With Andy Serkis, Jason Clarke, Gary Oldman, Keri Russell, Toby Kebbell, Kodi Smit-McPhee and Kirk Acevedo

2016 · Gareth Edwards

A group of renegade freedom fighters band together to infiltrate Imperial strongholds, seize the superweapon's blueprints, and spark new hope across the galaxy.

With Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk, Donnie Yen, Jiang Wen, Ben Mendelsohn and Guy Henry