Netflix keeps sharpening its aim on action fans with a string of new and returning hits that are lighting up the charts worldwide. Whether it’s a high-speed car chase across France, a deadly train hurtling through Japan, or a final stand by a mechanic-turned-vigilante, the streamer’s latest movie slate is giving genre lovers exactly what they want — and then some.

Last Bullet completes the trilogy with explosive finality

Last Bullet, the final entry in the French Lost Bullet trilogy, is quickly climbing Netflix’s global top 10 just days after its release. Directed by Guillaume Pierret and starring Alban Lenoir as the indestructible Lino, the film wraps up a series that many didn’t realize they were craving. Lino’s journey from rogue mechanic to revenge-driven hero reaches its peak in a film packed with brutal fights, wild stunts, and one last desperate mission for justice.

Critics are taking notice. RogerEbert.com’s Simon Abrams gave it a strong 3 out of 4 stars, praising the film’s commitment to practical action. Digital Mafia Talkies even called it one of the greatest action movies of all time. And with Netflix users flocking to it, Last Bullet isn’t just finishing a trilogy — it’s cementing its place as one of the streamer’s best-kept action secrets.

Bullet Train Explosion blends Japanese pride with pulse-pounding tension

While Last Bullet closes one trilogy, Bullet Train Explosion opens another door for Netflix Japan. Shinji Higuchi’s new thriller, released globally on the platform, took inspiration from the 1975 classic The Bullet Train and turned it into a modern, heart-racing spectacle.

Set on a Shinkansen hurtling toward Tokyo with a potential bomb on board, the film doesn’t just deliver action — it delivers cultural resonance. With official support from JR East, the production nailed every detail, from the train car interiors to employee uniforms. Higuchi even tailored the story to reflect where Japan is now, 
50 years after the original film — and he did it without relying on clichés.

Bullet Train Explosion may be about stopping a disaster, but beneath the surface, it’s about how people still come together in Japan to solve problems — even when they’re flawed. It’s a theme that strikes a chord in a world where trust in institutions is fading. And it’s one that’s helped the film climb to No. 2 on Netflix’s global non-English film list.

These Netflix thrillers belong in every action fan’s queue

If you’re looking for more edge-of-your-seat stuff like Last Bullet and Bullet Train Explosion, Netflix’s library is stacking up fast. Here are a few must-watch mentions that are holding their own in the streaming arena:

  • Beast — Idris Elba hunts a rogue lion in this primal survival thriller that strips action down to its most instinctive form.
  • Reptile — A gritty crime thriller with Benicio Del Toro digging into a murder case that spirals into deeper corruption.
  • Interceptor — Elsa Pataky stars in this one-woman defense force flick, where a missile silo officer must stop an attack on the U.S.

Why these films matter more than box office numbers

What’s striking about Netflix’s current action slate isn’t just the explosive content — it’s the creative freedom behind it. Last Bullet doesn’t need a Hollywood budget to deliver thrills. Bullet Train Explosion doesn’t rely on familiar tropes to tell a meaningful story. These films are thriving because they speak directly to what fans want: well-executed action, grounded stories, and characters who actually matter.

Streaming has given filmmakers a chance to break free from old studio formulas. And Netflix is making the most of it by backing projects that blend style with substance. You don’t have to love every character, but you can’t help but be drawn into their world — whether you’re racing through Tokyo on a Shinkansen or crashing cars in a French industrial wasteland.

What’s next for Netflix’s action lineup?

With Last Bullet delivering a satisfying send-off and Bullet Train Explosion opening doors for international genre stories, the question is: what’s next? Netflix seems poised to keep pushing this momentum, especially with sequels and franchises that build fanbases over time. The Lost Bullet series may be over, but the appetite for that kind of grit and speed is only growing.

And with more global hits like Bullet Train Explosion that celebrate local cultures while aiming for universal appeal, Netflix isn’t just chasing views — it’s shaping the future of action cinema on streaming.