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Why people love it

Absolution (2024) stuck because it commits to its action premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Hans Petter Moland's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The action and crime blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 52m · ★ 5.9

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  1. 96match

    1.The International (2009)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, The International (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  2. 94match

    2.RocknRolla (2008)

    ★ 7.0 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, RocknRolla (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  3. 92match

    3.Run All Night (2015)

    ★ 6.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, Run All Night (2015) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  4. 90match

    4.Mesrine: Killer Instinct (2008)

    ★ 7.3 · Drama · Action · Thriller · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, Mesrine: Killer Instinct (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • Philo
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  5. 88match

    5.The Substitute (1996)

    ★ 6.9 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, The Substitute (1996) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
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  6. 86match

    6.Death Wish II (1982)

    ★ 6.2 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, Death Wish II (1982) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
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  7. 84match

    7.Death Wish (1974)

    ★ 6.9 · Crime · Drama · Action · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, Death Wish (1974) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • AMC+ Roku Premium Channel
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    8.Undisputed (2002)

    ★ 6.5 · Action · Drama · Crime · 1h 36m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, Undisputed (2002) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    9.The Big Heat (1953)

    ★ 7.7 · Crime · Thriller · 1h 29m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, The Big Heat (1953) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    10.The Long Good Friday (1980)

    ★ 7.2 · Crime · Thriller · Drama · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Absolution clicked for you, The Long Good Friday (1980) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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FAQ

What should I watch after Absolution?
Try The International, RocknRolla, Run All Night—each shares DNA with Absolution while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Absolution?
Absolution (2024) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller, Mystery. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Absolution worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 5.9/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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