15 top women-led action movies

Charlize Theron in The Old Guard by Netflix
Charlize Theron in The Old Guard by Netflix

6) Atomic Blonde (2017)

Atomic Blonde Prime Video
Atomic Blonde Prime Video

Charlize Theron performed a career-defining role as Lorraine Broughton, an MI6 Cold War-era agent navigating the perilous world of espionage in Berlin. It's known for its brutal fight scenes, most famously the unforgettable stairwell sequence. The film really set a new standard for realistic combat choreography. Theron trained for months and did most of her stunts. "Atomic Blonde" is not only an action movie; it's a stylish neo-noir thriller with a killer '80s soundtrack and unexpected twists. Lorraine's cool, calculated demeanor and unapologetic toughness redefined the female spies-proving they could be just as deadly and complex as their male counterparts.

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Edited by Apoorva Jujjavarapu