Action Heroes

Action Heroes

Description
Description

Action heroes are central figures in action and adventure genres, known for their courage, physical prowess, and often a sense of justice. These characters, whether in movies, television, or literature, typically face dangerous situations and adversaries, often with the goal of thwarting evil plans or saving others. They are usually depicted as physically strong, resilient, and skilled in combat or weaponry.

Action heroes play a significant social role by embodying ideals of bravery, determination, and heroism. They often inspire audiences with their ability to overcome overwhelming odds. Their importance lies in their symbolic representation of the fight against adversity and the triumph of good over evil. Action heroes influence cultural perceptions of strength and valor and serve as role models, especially for younger audiences, encouraging qualities like resilience and moral integrity.

History
History

The concept of action heroes has evolved significantly over time. In the early days of cinema, action heroes were often swashbuckling adventurers, like Zorro or Robin Hood, exemplifying courage and chivalry. As film genres diversified, so did the portrayal of action heroes. The mid-20th century introduced spy and war movie heroes, embodying stealth, intelligence, and patriotism.

With the advent of the modern action film in the 1970s and 1980s, action heroes became larger-than-life figures, characterized by physical strength and often portrayed by actors like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. These heroes were often involved in explosive, high-stakes scenarios. Over time, the archetype expanded to include more diverse and complex characters, reflecting broader societal changes and acknowledging different kinds of bravery and heroism.

Cultural Impact
Cultural Impact

Today, action heroes continue to be a prominent part of popular culture, seen in blockbuster movies, TV shows, and video games. They've evolved from one-dimensional figures to more complex characters, reflecting societal changes. Modern action heroes are often more relatable, sometimes showing vulnerability and moral complexity, like those in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

This shift has broadened the appeal of action heroes, resonating with a wider audience. Going forward, the concept of an action hero is likely to embrace even greater diversity in terms of gender, ethnicity, and background, reflecting global perspectives and inclusivity. This evolution will continue to inspire and entertain, while also challenging traditional notions of heroism and strength.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What are the traits of an action hero?

The traits of an action hero include having bravery, conviction, courage to complete their tasks, and determination. An action hero is also often helpful, full of honesty, inspirational, and carries moral integrity. They are also protective, selfless, and have more strength than the average person.

When did action movies become popular?

Action movies started to become popular in the late 1960s and 1970s but did not become popular until the 1980s. Early action movies featured physical acrobatics and dangerous stunt work featured in the movies of Jackie Chan or Sammo Hung. Modern action movies are often modern variations of martial arts films.

Who is the greatest action hero?

The greatest action hero of all time is a debated subject, but it is considered to be Arnold Schwarzenegger. He has had a long career and has starred in various action roles and James Cameron movies. Arnold Schwarzenegger was the protagonist of various action films of the 1980s and 1990s.

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Bruce Lee
381000
5’8” | 1.73 m
November 27, 1940
Bruce Lee
173.000
1940.00
381000
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Bruce Lee
5’4” | 1.63 m
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)
Buffy Summers
163.000
1992.00
39000
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3D
Buffy Summers
5’10” | 1.78 m
March 10, 1940
Chuck Norris
178.000
1940.00
302000
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3D
Chuck Norris
6’4” | 1.93 m
Dirty Harry (1971)
Dirty Harry
193.000
1971.00
74700
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3D
Dirty Harry
Django
127000
5’9” | 1.75 m
Django Unchained (2012)
Django
175.000
2012.00
127000
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3D
Django
5’10” | 1.78 m
Alien (1979)
Ellen Ripley
178.000
1979.00
14000
GUIDE
3D
Ellen Ripley
5’7” | 1.70 m
Mission: Impossible (1996)
Ethan Hunt
170.000
1996.00
11000
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Ethan Hunt
Furiosa
11000
5’10” | 1.78 m
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
Furiosa
178.000
2015.00
11000
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Furiosa
Han Solo
149000
6’1” | 1.85 m
1977 (Episode IV: A New Hope)
Han Solo
185.000
1977.00
149000
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3D
Han Solo
6’1” | 1.85 m
July 13, 1942
Harrison Ford
185.000
1942.00
346000
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3D
Harrison Ford
6’1” | 1.85 m
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Indiana Jones
185.000
1981.00
266000
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3D
Indiana Jones
Jack Ryan
337000
6’3” | 1.91 m
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (2018)
Jack Ryan
191.000
2018.00
337000
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Jack Ryan
5'10" | 1.78 m
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Jack Sparrow
178.000
2003.00
56000
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3D
Jack Sparrow
5’9” | 1.75 m
April 7, 1954
Jackie Chan
175.000
1954.00
371000
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Jackie Chan
6’1” | 1.85 m
GoldenEye (1995)
James Bond (Brosnan)
185.000
1995.00
7100
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James Bond (Brosnan)
6’2” | 1.88 m
Dr. No (1962)
James Bond (Connery)
188.000
1962.00
10400
GUIDE
3D
James Bond (Connery)
5’10” | 1.78 m
Casino Royale (2006)
James Bond (Craig)
178.000
2006.00
15500
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3D
James Bond (Craig)
6’2” | 1.88 m
The Living Daylights (1987)
James Bond (Dalton)
188.000
1987.00
2950
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James Bond (Dalton)
6’1” | 1.85 m
Live and Let Die (1973)
James Bond (Moore)
185.000
1973.00
3550
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James Bond (Moore)
5’10” | 1.78 m
The Bourne Identity (2002)
Jason Bourne
178.000
2002.00
105000
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Jason Bourne
6’0” | 1.83 m
Die Hard (1988)
John McClane
183.000
1988.00
14000
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3D
John McClane
5’10” | 1.78 m
First Blood (1972)
John Rambo
178.000
1972.00
9500
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3D
John Rambo
John Wick
926000
6’1” | 1.85 m
John Wick (2014)
John Wick
185.000
2014.00
926000
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John Wick
5’9” | 1.75 m
The Hunger Games (2012)
Katniss Everdeen
175.000
2012.00
37000
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Katniss Everdeen
6’2” | 1.88 m
300 (2007)
King Leonidas
188.000
2007.00
13000
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King Leonidas
5’6” | 1.68 m
Tomb Raider (2018)
Lara Croft (Alicia Vikander)
168.000
2018.00
101950
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Lara Croft (Alicia Vikander)
5’7” | 1.70 m
Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)
Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie)
170.000
2001.00
105100
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Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie)
Leeloo
82000
5’9” | 1.75 m
The Fifth Element (1997)
Leeloo
175.000
1997.00
82000
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Leeloo
5’9” | 1.75 m
1977 (Episode IV: A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker
175.000
1977.00
133000
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Luke Skywalker
Mad Max
147700
5’10” | 1.78 m
Mad Max (1979)
Mad Max
178.000
1979.00
147700
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Mad Max
6’4” | 1.93 m
A Fistful of Dollars (1964)
Man with No Name
193.000
1964.00
8500
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Man with No Name
6’0” | 1.83 m
Gladiator (2000)
Maximus
183.000
2000.00
8900
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Maximus
Neo
99500
6’1” | 1.85 m
The Matrix (1999)
Neo
185.000
1999.00
99500
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Neo
5’6” | 1.68 m
The Terminator (1984)
Sarah Connor
168.000
1984.00
45000
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3D
Sarah Connor
6’2” | 1.88 m
The Terminator (1984)
T-800 Terminator
188.000
1984.00
235000
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T-800 Terminator
5’11” | 1.85 m
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
The Bride
185.000
2003.00
5900
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The Bride
5’8” | 1.73 m
The Matrix (1999)
Trinity
173.000
1999.00
9500
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Trinity
5’10” | 1.78 m
Braveheart (1995)
William Wallace
178.000
1995.00
85000
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William Wallace
Neo
Scaled height comparison illustrations of Neo in relation to other Matrix characters

Neo is the main character in the Matrix film series.  Neo works in The Matrix as a computer programmer unaware he is living in a simulated reality. He is contacted by Trinity, who introduces him to Morpheus, a Zion operative. They convince Keanu to take the red pill, which disconnects Neo’s mind from The Matrix, and forces him to wake up in the real world where the Machine War is raging.  Neo is the One, the person who will save humankind from the Matrix and end the War. Neo is played by Keanu Reeves.

Neo is portrayed by Keanu Reeves with a height of 6’1” (1.85 m).

Set of dimensioned drawings of Neo labeled with overall height
Neo is the main character in the Matrix film series. Neo works in The Matrix as a computer programmer unaware he is living in a simulated reality. He is contacted by Trinity, who introduces him to Morpheus, a Zion operative. Neo is the One, the person who will save humankind from the Matrix.

Neo is portrayed by Keanu Reeves with a height of 6’1” (1.85 m).

Set of dimensioned drawings of Neo labeled with overall height
Neo
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Actor
Keanu Reeves
First Appearance
The Matrix (1999)

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Neo elevations (assorted)

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Ethan Hunt
Size comparison drawings of Ethan Hunt comparing the heights of other related characters from action films

Ethan Hunt is the fictional character most famously played by Tom Cruise in the movie Mission Impossible. Ethan Hunt’s job is impressive making him involved in some seriously top secret missions, some that are seemingly, you guessed it, impossible! Ethan Hunt's track record is impressive, he attended Syracuse University where he got himself a degree in Computer Science and went on to join the military. A couple years into his time in the military, Hunt went through a Counterintelligence training course and became an agent. Are the missions truly impossible? Check out the hit movie Mission Impossible to see if Ethan Hunt is as good as they say he is!

Ethan Hunt is portrayed by Tom Cruise with a height of 5’7” (1.70 m).

Dimensioned elevation drawings of Ethan Hunt with height measurements
Ethan Hunt is the fictional character most famously played by Tom Cruise in the movie Mission Impossible. Ethan Hunt’s job is impressive making him involved in some seriously top secret missions, some that are seemingly, you guessed it, impossible! Ethan Hunt's track record is impressive.

Ethan Hunt is portrayed by Tom Cruise with a height of 5’7” (1.70 m).

Dimensioned elevation drawings of Ethan Hunt with height measurements
Ethan Hunt
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5’7” | 1.70 m
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Actor
Tom Cruise
First Appearance
Mission: Impossible (1996)

Drawings include:
Ethan Hunt elevations (assorted)

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Ellen Ripley
Size comparison drawings of Ellen Ripley comparing the heights of other related characters from the Alien franchise

Ellen Ripley is one of the main character’s in Ridley Scott’s 1979 film Alien. She is working as a Warrant Officer aboard the USCSS Nostromo when the crew are woken early from hyper sleep to answer a distress signal. When the team goes to investigate, they inadvertently bring aboard a face hugger, which lays an egg and later evolves into a particularly brutal and impregnable species of Alien. After it kills the team one by one, Ellen is left on her own aboard the ship and successfully outwits and destroys the Alien. Ellen is smart, principled, and strategic. Played by Sigourney Weaver, Ellen is considered one of the most iconic female sci-fi characters of all time.

Ellen Ripley is portrayed by Sigourney Weaver with a height of 5’10” (1.78 m).

Collection of elevation drawings of Ellen Ripley with overall height
Ellen Ripley is one of the main character’s in Ridley Scott’s 1979 film Alien. She is working as a Warrant Officer aboard the USCSS Nostromo when the crew are woken early from hyper sleep to answer a distress signal. Ellen is considered one of the most iconic female sci-fi characters of all time.

Ellen Ripley is portrayed by Sigourney Weaver with a height of 5’10” (1.78 m).

Collection of elevation drawings of Ellen Ripley with overall height
Ellen Ripley
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5’10” | 1.78 m
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Species: Human

Actor
Sigourney Weaver
First Appearance
Alien (1979)

Drawings include:
Ellen Ripley elevations (assorted)

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Luke Skywalker
Pair of drawings of Luke Skywalker standing with height measurement

Luke Skywalker is a fictional Jedi in the Star Wars movies and their extended franchise. Leia’s brother, and Padmé and Anakin’s son, he is raised by his aunt and uncle on a moisture farm on Tatooine but always dreams of more. When his uncle purchases R2-D2 and C-3PO, Luke accidentally intercepts a message meant for Obi-Wan Kenobi. After the stormtroopers trace R2-D2 to Luke’s aunt and uncle and murder them, Luke is thrown into an intergalactic civil war. Like the rest of his family, he is force-sensitive and, after a crash course in Jedi basics from Yoda, a talented fighter.

Luke Skywalker, portrayed by Mark Hamill in Star Wars, is 5 foot 9 inches (1.75 m) tall.

Illustrations of Luke Skywalker in various poses with a lightsaber
Luke Skywalker is a fictional Jedi in the Star Wars movies and their extended franchise. Leia’s brother, and Padmé and Anakin’s son, he is raised by his aunt and uncle on a moisture farm on Tatooine but always dreams of more.

Luke Skywalker, portrayed by Mark Hamill in Star Wars, is 5 foot 9 inches (1.75 m) tall.

Illustrations of Luke Skywalker in various poses with a lightsaber
Luke Skywalker
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Species: Human
Homeworld:
Tatooine
Affiliation: Jedi Order
Weapon: Lightsaber

Actor
Mark Hamill
First Appearance
1977 (Episode IV: A New Hope)

Drawings include:
Luke Skywalker front elevation (standing), front (casual), side, lightsaber (attack), lightsaber (defense)

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Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie)
Scaled height comparison illustrations of Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) in relation to other adventurers

Lara Croft is a fictional character who was portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the 2001 film Tomb Raider, based on the video game series of the same name. Lara Croft is characterized as an athletic intellectual and English archaeologist. She takes part in quests around the world, specifically that of ancient tombs and ruins. Casting of Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft was met with criticism based around the physical differences between the actress and the fictional protagonist. Lara Croft is considered a significant character in the world of gaming as well as in popular culture.

Lara Croft is portrayed by Angelina Jolie with a height of 5’7” (1.70 m).

Set of dimensioned drawings of Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) labeled with overall height
Lara Croft is a fictional character who was portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the 2001 film Tomb Raider, based on the video game series of the same name. Lara Croft is characterized as an athletic intellectual and English archaeologist. She takes part in quests around the world.

Lara Croft is portrayed by Angelina Jolie with a height of 5’7” (1.70 m).

Set of dimensioned drawings of Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) labeled with overall height
Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie)
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5’7” | 1.70 m
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Given Name
Angelina Jolie
Birthday
Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)

Drawings include:
Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) elevations (assorted)

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