The New Year’s Eve is here, so here they are the nominees for the best martial arts movie of 2025!
The time has come to vote for the best martial arts film of the year. Remembering that the winner will be the star of my first post next year, with insights and trivia. Here’s the nominees:
Prisoner of War
Prisoner of War stars Scott Adkins as a captured elite soldier determined to survive against overwhelming odds, supported by Peter Shinkoda as a fellow prisoner whose sharp instincts become key to their escape, and Donald Cerrone, who brings raw physicality to the role of a hardened combatant in the same compound. The film blends brutal action with tense psychological stakes, showcasing Adkins at the height of his craft.
Karate Kid Legends
Karate Kid Legends brings together Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and rising star Ben Wang in a cross-generational martial arts adventure. The film unites iconic legacies and fresh talent as it follows a new student navigating discipline, identity, and mentorship under two legendary figures. Nostalgia meets modern energy in a story celebrating the heart and philosophy of karate.
Ballerina
Ballerina stars Ana de Armas as a relentless assassin on a mission of revenge, delivering a performance that blends precision, vulnerability, and deadly intensity. She is joined by Keanu Reeves, who reprises his role from the John Wick universe and brings his signature presence to the world of shadowy combat. Stylish, kinetic, and emotionally charged, the film stands out as a high-impact action thriller.
The Smashing Machine
The Smashing Machine features Dwayne Johnson as an MMA legend wrestling with the personal and physical sacrifices demanded by his sport, while Emily Blunt portrays the partner trying to help him face the consequences of his ambition. Gritty, intimate, and emotionally layered, the film offers a powerful look at the cost of greatness in combat sports.
Forbidden City
Forbidden City pairs Tony Leung Chiu-wai with Italian actor Alessandro Borghi in a sweeping East–West thriller set amid the grandeur and secrecy of imperial architecture. As they unravel a conspiracy bridging two cultures, the film blends political intrigue, historical atmosphere, and international tension.
Absolute Dominion
Absolute Dominion stars Katee Sackhoff and Lance Reddick in a brutal future where global peace depends on a single, winner-takes-all combat tournament. With intense fights and high-stakes drama, the film explores the thin line between order and oppression in a world ruled by violence.
Who will win this year? It’s only a matter of time before we all know the result of the New Year’s poll: the best martial arts movie of 2025, so waste no time and vote for your favorite movie now!
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See you in 2025, I wish you all a happy new year!!!!