What should I watch after Machete Kills?

Try War, The International, The Last Days of American Crime—each shares DNA with Machete Kills while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.

What genre is Machete Kills?

Machete Kills (2013) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.

Is Machete Kills part of a franchise?

Yes—it's part of the "Machete Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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Machete Kills works as a action movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. 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 48m · ★ 5.6

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1.War (2007)
★ 6.4 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 1h 43m
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If Machete Kills clicked for you, War (2007) 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.The International (2009)
★ 6.3 · Action · Thriller · Crime · 1h 58m
Why you'll love it
If Machete Kills 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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3.The Last Days of American Crime (2020)
★ 6.5 · Action · Crime · Thriller · 2h 28m
Why you'll love it
If Machete Kills clicked for you, The Last Days of American Crime (2020) 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.Armageddon (1998)
★ 6.8 · Action · Thriller · Science Fiction · 2h 31m
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If Machete Kills clicked for you, Armageddon (1998) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, 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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5.Live and Let Die (1973)
★ 6.5 · Adventure · Action · Thriller · 2h 1m
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If Machete Kills clicked for you, Live and Let Die (1973) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, 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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6.Outside the Wire (2021)
★ 6.3 · Thriller · Action · Science Fiction · 1h 56m
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If Machete Kills clicked for you, Outside the Wire (2021) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, 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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7.Absolute Power (1997)
★ 6.7 · Crime · Drama · Action · 2h 1m
Why you'll love it
If Machete Kills clicked for you, Absolute Power (1997) 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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8.Knockin' on Heaven's Door (1997)
★ 7.7 · Comedy · Crime · Action · 1h 29m
Why you'll love it
If Machete Kills clicked for you, Knockin' on Heaven's Door (1997) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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9.The Wrath of Becky (2023)
★ 6.3 · Action · Horror · Thriller · 1h 23m
Why you'll love it
If Machete Kills clicked for you, The Wrath of Becky (2023) is a strong next stop: both trade in action 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.Weekend in Taipei (2024)
★ 6.3 · Action · Adventure · Thriller · 1h 41m
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If Machete Kills clicked for you, Weekend in Taipei (2024) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and thriller, 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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FAQ

What should I watch after Machete Kills?: Try War, The International, The Last Days of American Crime—each shares DNA with Machete Kills while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Machete Kills?: Machete Kills (2013) is best described as Action, Crime, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Machete Kills part of a franchise?: Yes—it's part of the "Machete Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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