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Best action & adventure TV shows

Explosions, Chases, and Zero Chill

TV shows that skip the small talk. Expect rooftop sprints, last-second escapes, and villains who really should’ve stayed in bed. Perfect for nights when you just want things to blow up. The most popular action & adventure TV shows on GoodWatch come first.

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The Lady Musketeer
The Lady Musketeer (2004)
GoodWatch score 55
The Scooby-Doo Show
The Scooby-Doo Show (1976)
GoodWatch score 78
Vanished 46
Vanished 46 (2016)
GoodWatch score 76
Plaha
Plaha (2025)
GoodWatch score 85
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: The Treasures of Agra
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: The Treasures of Agra (1983)
GoodWatch score 80
The Forgotten Army
The Forgotten Army (2020)
GoodWatch score 74
García!
García! (2022)
GoodWatch score 60
Delirium
Delirium (2014)
GoodWatch score 64
Russell Coight's All Aussie Adventures
Russell Coight's All Aussie Adventures (2001)
GoodWatch score 79
The Empire
The Empire (2021)
GoodWatch score 51
The Legend of Karna
The Legend of Karna (2026)
GoodWatch score 72
The Dead Lands
The Dead Lands (2020)
GoodWatch score 77
Kaala
Kaala (2023)
GoodWatch score 65
Full Sail
Full Sail (1977)
GoodWatch score 88
Dragon Ball GT
Dragon Ball GT (1996)
GoodWatch score 72
Bhaukaal
Bhaukaal (2020)
GoodWatch score 71
Saints & Strangers
Saints & Strangers (2015)
GoodWatch score 66
Voyage of the Unicorn
Voyage of the Unicorn (2001)
GoodWatch score 60
Commando
Commando (2023)
GoodWatch score 50
Pariah Nexus
Pariah Nexus (2023)
GoodWatch score 77
STHLM Blackout
STHLM Blackout (2024)
GoodWatch score 64
Eken Babu
Eken Babu (2018)
GoodWatch score 68
G.I. Joe: Resolute
G.I. Joe: Resolute (2009)
GoodWatch score 76
Aftershock: Earthquake in New York
Aftershock: Earthquake in New York (1999)
GoodWatch score 62
Rivers of Fate
Rivers of Fate (2025)
GoodWatch score 65
Doctor Who: Dreamland
Doctor Who: Dreamland (2009)
GoodWatch score 59
Baalveer
Baalveer (2023)
GoodWatch score 76
Harina
Harina (2022)
GoodWatch score 84
The Devil's Game
The Devil's Game (2015)
GoodWatch score 73
Brotherhood of the Rose
Brotherhood of the Rose (1989)
GoodWatch score 68
State of Siege: 26/11
State of Siege: 26/11 (2020)
GoodWatch score 67
Krod Mandoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire
Krod Mandoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire (2009)
GoodWatch score 68
Covert One: The Hades Factor
Covert One: The Hades Factor (2006)
GoodWatch score 55
CAT. 8
CAT. 8 (2013)
GoodWatch score 55
Lootere
Lootere (2024)
GoodWatch score 64
Crime Patrol
Crime Patrol (2003)
GoodWatch score 78
Snapphanar
Snapphanar (2006)
GoodWatch score 56
Blue Blood
Blue Blood (2020)
GoodWatch score 51
Goliath Awaits
Goliath Awaits (1981)
GoodWatch score 67
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: The Hound of the Baskervilles
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1981)
GoodWatch score 78

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as Action & Adventure TV?

If it's got car chases through crowded markets or heroes dangling from helicopters, it's here. We track TMDB's most-watched shows where every episode feels like a finale cliffhanger.

Any shows good for action newbies?

Absolutely! Our algorithm surfaces both gateway series and hardcore fan favorites. Look for 'Trending Now' titles to start with crowd-pleasers.