10 Best Adventure Movies On Netflix 2022

IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible is one of the best adventure movies that's not really a movie. It is a documentary about scaling mountains.

As the title suggests, with sheer dedication, expertise, and planning nothing is impossible.

It is a documentary about a fearless Nepali mountaineer Nims Purja who is on a quest to summit all 14 mountains over the height of 8000 meters.

He was not the first person to achieve this feat, but what makes the documentary film so special is that Purja wanted to summit 14 peaks in just 7 months, breaking the previously held record of 7 years.

The film not only shows the journey of mountain climbing but also depicts the man's life journey and emotions.

It is directed by Torquil Jones and became one of the most talked about film projects of 2022 across the world.

IMDb Rating: 9.3/10

Our Planet is one of the best adventure movies on Netflix. Another documentary, this mini-series shows the wilderness across our world.

From the remote wildlife of Artic to the deep oceans of Africa and vast jungles of South America, the documentary series shows us the natural habitats of different species.

What makes this film exciting is the fact that it not only shows the animals but tries to depict their story in narration, reflecting the impacts of human activities and climate changes on all living creatures of the earth.

Its spectacular visuals and portrayal of different corners of the planet make this series a fantastic experience to better understand the creatures of the earth. The famous David Attenborough himself handled the narration as his voice can be heard throughout the series.

IMDb Rating: 7/10

Lorena, Light-Footed Woman is another adventure movie on Netflix. This documentary series follows the story of a young woman named Lorena Ramirez.

She is of the Raramuri people. They are the indigenous American people living in Chihuahua, Mexico.

These people are known for their long-distance running abilities, and Lorena is someone special within the unique group of people as she excels at it.

This series follows the regular life of Ramirez, who travels the world, running and winning various marathons, all in her sandals.

The documentary film is directed by Juan Carlos Rulfo, and the main cast includes Lorena Ramirez, Mario Ramirez, and Santiago Ramirez. It premiered on Netflix on November 20, 2019.

IMDb Rating: 6.5/10

Against the Ice is a 2022 adventure movie. It is based on a true story of a polar expedition done by Denmark in 1909.

The objective of this expedition was to extract the left-behind documents of the previous expedition done by Greenland.

Two men go on a life-threatening journey against the ice to recover the information which could prove either Denmark's or America's claim to the part of the Arctic. So with pretty high stakes, they go on the journey battling against the chilly snow and varying weather facing many threatening situations.

Directed by Peter Flinth, the story of the film is by Ejnar Mikkelsen. Likewise, the cast of the movie is led by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Joe Cole, and Heida Reed.

IMDb Rating: 6.3/10

Uncharted is an action-adventure film that was released across the globe in February 2022. It was directed by Ruben Fleischer.

The movie takes us to a mystic place with billions' worth of fortune ready to be found by the people who are bold enough to explore and get to them.

The film's story follows Victor Sullivan, who recruits Nathan Drake in his plan to find the fortune. Sullivan talks about Nate's missing brother, Sam, which makes it easier for the latter to go on the mission to find his brother.

However, they are not alone in this journey as the last descendent of the Moncada family, Santiago Moncada, enters the plot. He thinks the wealth belongs to his family and is not willing to let that slip out of his hand.

As the film progresses, it introduces us to some stunning places with chilling fight scenes filled with life-threatening situations. Tom Holland, Sophia Ali, Mark Wahlberg, Tati Gabrielle, and Antonio Banderas lead the film's cast.

IMDb Rating: 5.9/10

Broad Peak is a movie that can give you absolute chills. It takes viewers through the real-life story of Polish mountaineer Maciej Berbeka.

The plot follows the life of the mountaineer who reached the summit of Broad Peak, which was the thought first winter ascent of the mountain. However, he later learns that he didn't reach the peak and was 17 meters below the true summit.

He lives with that honor and record for 25 years, but deep down, he knows he didn't reach the true summit. So after more than two decades of his initial climb, he decided to finish what he started and embarks on the life-threatening ascend of the Broad Peak once again.

With stunning cinematography, sound experience with background music, and thrilling moments, Broad Peak is a film that shows sheer dedication, a never-give-up attitude, and other elements that keep the viewers hooked till the end.

IMDb Rating: 6.5/10

Hold Your Breath: The Ice Dive is a Netflix film based on the real-life story of the Finnish freediver and ice driver Johanna Nordblad.

After making her name in freediving and breaking multiple records, the lady eventually started ice diving after some series of events.

In 2015, she made the Guinness World Record by diving for 50 meters at 2 degrees Celsius in ice water in one breath. After a few years, she embarked on the journey to break her own record and achieve something unthinkable.

The film follows her journey to attempt ice diving of 80 meters in one breath. But what happened in her pursuit of the unthinkable is to watch for the viewers. Along with the adventure in the wild and setting inspiration for the younger generation, the film also touches on the personal background of the diver and the circumstances that made her an ice diver.

IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

Last Breath is a Netflix documentary film directed by Richard da Costa and Alex Parkinson.

It is about a serious saturation diving accident in 2012 and contains actual footage and sounds along with some recreated moments.

The plot is about Chris Lemons, who deep dives the North Sea along with two others in the specialized support vessel Bibby Topaz. The vessel provides the diver with enough heat, oxygen, and a communication system to stay safe beneath the water.

However, after an unanticipated circumstance, Chris gets stranded in the water with enough oxygen for him to survive only for five minutes. With an anticipated recovery time of thirty minutes, the crew is tasked with the life-threatening situation of saving the diver by using a remote underwater vehicle.

As the reviews suggest, the film gives the viewers a tense scenario that makes them stick to their seats till the end.

IMDb Rating: 6.9/10

Resurface is a Netflix short documentary film about a combat troop veteran who is struggling to cope with the memories and experience of war and fighting.

He is unable to live a normal life and is on the verge of ending his life.

However, before ending this, he watched to try surfing which was on his bucket list for a long time. He went to the ocean with the plan of surfing during the day and returning home to commit suicide.

But as he tried surfing, he lived an experience that was free from all his mental hassles. After living that moment, the officer dedicates his life to helping fellow veterans find peace and enjoy their life through surfing.

Not an excessive dose of adventure but its inspiring storyline and direction makes this short film a one to watch.

IMDb Rating: 6.9/10

Directed by Rush Sturges, The River Runner is a 2021 documentary movie based on the real-life story of the legendary kayaker Scott Lindgren.

After getting famous as one of the best in the business, the athlete still had one dream. He wanted to ride on the four rivers that emerged from Tibet's Mount Kailash.

The film follows his journey of kayaking these four rivers and depicts the hardships, twists & turns, and health issues the man faced before achieving his long-awaited dream.

Supplemented by brilliant direction, stunning visuals, and thrilling moments, The River Runner takes adventure to the next level.