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One of the hottest names in Hollywood's film industry, Vin Diesel, is not just known for the blockbuster 'Fast and Furious' series but has left an indelible mark in numerous impressive cinematic works. Due to his iconic tough-guy image, most of his films fall into the thrilling action genre. If you're a devoted Vin Diesel fan, don't miss these exceptional films below.
1. Fast and Furious (2001 – present)
Throughout the Fast and Furious series, Vin Diesel takes on the lead role of Dominic Toretto. Dominic, a respected and courageous elder, values family and friends, excels in 'tuning' cars, and is a skilled and charismatic racer. Formerly involved in illegal activities, he later turns over a new leaf, working alongside undercover agent O'Connor for justice. With a total of 9 installments so far, Fast and Furious delivers impressive, intense scenes that keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
2. xXx - Secret Agent xXx (2012, 2017)
In this movie, Vin Diesel portrays Xander xXx Cage, an adrenaline junkie who has never been bound by legal constraints. However, all his misdeeds are meticulously recorded by intelligence operative Augustus Gibbons. To avoid imprisonment, he's forced to collaborate with the government, infiltrating a Russian criminal organization to gather information about their plot to destroy Earth, led by the notorious Yorgi. Can xXx, armed with courage and skill, overcome this formidable adversary?
3. The Last Witch Hunter – Warrior Hunting Witches (2015)
The film takes viewers to a world thrown into chaos by the emergence of the witch race. The millennia-old battle between witches and hunters, seemingly ending with Kaulder (Vin Diesel) defeating the Queen, turns out to be just a brief respite before an impending storm. As the sole surviving witch hunter, immune to the Queen's curse, Kaulder continues the quest to seek and destroy these deadly supernatural creatures. Little does he know that their leader, the Queen, has been resurrected and is scheming to return and exact revenge on humanity.
4. Pitch Black – Unearthly Alien Beasts (2000)
The story revolves around the spacecraft Hunter Gritzner carrying 40 passengers, including a notorious and extremely dangerous criminal, Riddick (Vin Diesel), who is under custody. Due to a collision with a meteor, they crash-land on a strange planet with three suns. However, as night falls, Riddick is no longer the sole source of fear. Instead, they must confront a horde of terrifying creatures lurking underground. To survive, Riddick rises to the occasion, leading the group to find the resources needed to repair the spaceship.
Building on the success of Pitch Black, Vin Diesel continues his involvement in the next two installments, The Chronicles of Riddick (2004) and Riddick – Dominion of Darkness (2013).
5. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Despite playing a humble soldier, the character Caparzo became a turning point, showcasing Vin Diesel more as an actor. The film revolves around a U.S. Ranger squad led by Captain John H. Miller, attempting to rescue a fellow paratrooper, Private Ryan, trapped behind enemy lines. Learning that Ryan is the last surviving son in a family of four brothers who all served in the military, with three of them having sacrificed their lives, the team is determined to save Ryan to reunite him with his family.
6. Strays (1997)
This is a film where Vin Diesel took on the roles of a screenwriter, director, and lead actor, marking the first step that propelled him into an A-list star as we know today. In Strays, he plays a character involved in trafficking stimulant substances. However, for the sake of love, he decides to undergo a transformation towards a more righteous path.
7. The Pacifier (2005)
In the movie, Vin Diesel takes on the role of Lieutenant Shane Wolfe, a resilient soldier with a strict and disciplined demeanor. His mission is to rescue scientist Howard Plummer, who is working on a top-secret national project. However, the project fails, and Howard loses his life. Howard's wife is immediately taken to unlock her late husband's secret safe. Consequently, Shane must take charge of looking after the five Plummer children, each with their own challenging personalities. Apart from babysitting, dealing with rebellious teenagers, and facing an unpleasant school principal, he must also handle foreign spies spying on Howard's house. Can he protect the kids?
8. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014, 2017)
The film follows Peter Quill and his teammates on a quest to retrieve a stolen power gem. To reclaim the gem and save the universe from destruction, Peter assembles a unique team of notorious and eccentric criminals, including an American raccoon, a tree person voiced by Vin Diesel, a green-skinned assassin, and a destructive warrior. Through Vin's voice, the audience experiences a range of emotions, from laughter to tears, due to the endearing nature of the character Root and Vin's sincere bond with friends.
9. Bloodshot – Superhero Bloodshot (2020)
The story revolves around Ray Garrison (Vin Diesel), a former soldier tragically killed in action. Fortunately, the RST corporation resurrects him with a new identity - Bloodshot. Thanks to millions of Nanobots running in his bloodstream, Bloodshot now possesses super strength, speed, endurance, and recovery abilities surpassing even Deadpool. Applying his newfound skills, he plans to hunt down the man who killed his wife. However, as the truth unfolds, Ray realizes that not everything is trustworthy, even himself.
10. Find Me Guilty – Prove us guilty (2006)
The film is based on a true story revolving around a robber named Jackie (played by Vin Diesel). He miraculously survives being shot in the back by his own brother while under restraint. However, he is subsequently blinded by a drug trafficking charge and sentenced to 30 years in prison. Undeterred, he insists on defending himself to prove his innocence. Remarkably, he doesn't need a defense attorney but handles it himself in court. Jackie's trial, seemingly simple, turns into the longest and most expensive legal case in the history of American criminal justice.
Hope that the list of Vin Diesel's best movies introduced here will satisfy your passion. Additionally, Vin Diesel is also featured in the second and third parts of the blockbuster 3D Avatar, so don't miss out if you're a fan. Wishing you enjoyable movie-watching moments!!!
