10 Underrated Action Films You Have To Watch

10. Demolition Man (1993)

While Demolition Man made money and attracted viewers, critics weren't too kind to this sci-fi/action title. The film actually provides interesting social commentary alongside large action set pieces, cryogenics and, for some reason, virtual sex.

In the year 2032, Phoenix (Snipes) steals a lot of guns and no one in the current police force is fit for the task. As a result, Spartan (Stallone) is defrosted from cryogenic sleep and tasked with bringing him in.

The film was undoubtedly the result of a lot of sci-fi and action tropes being thrown together. However, the aspects that stuck make for a pretty refreshing take on the usual action formula. A lot of people may scoff at the chance to see Wesley Snipes and Sylvester Stallone face-off in the future, but this film does manage to deliver the energy and setting required for a good film.

Some critics harshly assessed the casting for this film, but the two action stars have a track record of delivering quality action which is illustrated by their age-defying careers (as well as their tendency to keep appearing in this list).