Best Action Movies of 1949

The highest-rated action films from 1949, ranked by MovieMagicScore based on authentic viewer ratings.

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Twelve O'Clock High

1949

In the early days of daylight bombing raids over Germany, General Frank Savage must take command of a 'hard luck' bomber group. Much of the story deals with his struggle to whip his group into a disciplined fighting unit in spite of heavy losses, and withering attacks by German fighters over their targets.

7.1

Mighty Joe Young

1949

A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.

6.4

Best Action Movies of 1949

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