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| Finished Wrath? Here Are 21 Action Thrillers That Deliver the Same Adrenaline. (Photo: Netflix) |
Netflix's Wrath (Fúria) has quickly become one of those action series that refuses to let viewers relax. Combining brutal MMA fights, organised crime, mystery and a lead character desperately trying to recover his stolen identity, the Brazilian thriller keeps every episode moving at full speed. It is the kind of show where every answer creates two new questions, and just when you think life inside the cage is dangerous enough, the outside world casually reminds everyone that it can be much worse. Unsurprisingly, viewers have already begun searching for series that deliver the same relentless mix of action, suspense and emotional stakes.
Fan reactions have been anything but quiet. Many praised Vinicius Neri's performance as Marcelo, saying the balance between vulnerability and raw determination made the character easy to root for. Others were hooked by the grounded fight choreography, while plenty admitted they stayed for the mystery surrounding Marcelo's forgotten past.
A few viewers wanted even more time inside the MMA world, but most agreed that Wrath succeeds because it never becomes just another sports drama. It throws crime, betrayal and survival into the octagon and lets chaos handle the rest.
Shows Like WRATH
1. Warrior (2019)
Inspired by the writings of Bruce Lee, Warrior blends spectacular martial arts with ruthless gang warfare in 19th-century San Francisco.
Like Wrath, every punch carries emotional weight because the characters are constantly fighting for survival outside the ring as well. The action is sharp, the criminal world feels authentic and nobody enjoys an easy victory.
2. Kingdom (2014)
Set inside a struggling family-run MMA gym, Kingdom focuses on fighters battling personal demons, financial problems and fractured relationships.
Fans who enjoyed the emotional side of Wrath will appreciate how every fight reflects the characters' lives rather than existing simply to entertain. Also, gym owners apparently never get peaceful afternoons.
3. Brotherhood (Irmandade) (2019)
Another gripping Brazilian production, Brotherhood follows a lawyer discovering her imprisoned brother leads a powerful criminal organisation.
Like Wrath, it explores loyalty, corruption and impossible choices inside Brazil's dangerous criminal landscape. The tension rarely slows down, and trust becomes an expensive luxury.
4. Good Morning, Verônica (2020)
Sharing creative DNA with Wrath, this gritty Brazilian thriller follows a determined police clerk investigating violent criminal networks. Both series favour grounded storytelling, morally complex characters and suspense that steadily tightens with every episode.
5. Giri/Haji (2019)
This stylish British-Japanese crime drama follows a Tokyo detective whose search for his missing brother pulls him into London's criminal underworld.
Themes of redemption, hidden identities and dangerous pasts make it a natural recommendation for anyone fascinated by Marcelo's forgotten life.
6. Banshee (2013)
Violence, hidden identities and organised crime collide in Banshee, where an ex-con assumes the identity of a murdered sheriff.
Much like Wrath, the lead character struggles to escape a troubled past that refuses to stay buried. Apparently changing your name solves very few problems on television.
7. ZeroZeroZero (2020)
Global drug trafficking, family conflict and relentless tension define this ambitious crime thriller. Although it shifts away from MMA, the series shares Wrath's gritty realism and its focus on ordinary people trapped inside brutal criminal systems.
8. The Night Of (2016)
While less action-heavy, The Night Of captures the same feeling of watching one decision destroy an entire life. Mystery, psychological pressure and morally grey storytelling make it an excellent follow-up for viewers who appreciated Wrath's layered narrative.
9. Reacher (2022)
If you enjoyed watching one determined man dismantle dangerous criminal organisations through skill and sheer stubbornness, Reacher fits perfectly. The action remains grounded, the mysteries unfold steadily and the lead never seems particularly interested in making life easier for villains.
10. Gangs of London (2020)
Brutal fight choreography and organised crime collide in spectacular fashion throughout Gangs of London. The hand-to-hand combat sequences rival many feature films, while the criminal conspiracies remain unpredictable from beginning to end.
11. Sons of Anarchy (2008)
Motorcycle clubs replace MMA cages, but loyalty, betrayal and impossible family obligations remain central themes. Like Wrath, every victory comes with consequences, and every alliance feels temporary.
12. Tokyo Vice (2022)
Set inside Japan's criminal underworld, Tokyo Vice follows a journalist uncovering dangerous secrets linked to organised crime.
Fans of Marcelo slowly uncovering his forgotten history will appreciate another protagonist piecing together hidden truths one risky decision at a time.
13. Animal Kingdom (2016)
Crime becomes a family business in this tense drama about a teenager pulled into his relatives' dangerous empire. Similar to Wrath, survival often depends on choosing between loyalty and personal morality.
14. Echo 3 (2022)
Military action mixes with political conspiracies and relentless rescue missions in Echo 3. Although it focuses less on organised crime, it delivers the same intense pacing and emotionally driven action that keeps viewers invested throughout.
15. The Punisher (2017)
Driven by trauma and determined to confront powerful criminal networks, The Punisher offers gritty combat, emotional conflict and a protagonist struggling with his violent past. It shares Wrath's darker tone while keeping every confrontation personal.
16. Into the Badlands (2015)
Stylised martial arts choreography dominates this visually striking action series. Fans who primarily watched Wrath for its impressive combat will find plenty to enjoy, even if the world becomes slightly more fantastical.
17. Bloodhounds (2023)
This South Korean action drama follows two talented boxers taking on ruthless loan sharks. Like Wrath, friendship, determination and brutal physical confrontations drive the story forward, proving that punching criminals occasionally counts as community service in television logic.
18. Heels (2021)
Professional wrestling replaces MMA, but the emotional struggles behind the performances remain remarkably relatable. Family conflict, ambition and life inside combat sports create another engaging character-driven drama.
19. Fauda (2015)
Fast-paced operations, morally complex characters and constant danger define Fauda. Although centred on counterterrorism rather than underground fighting, it delivers the same grounded intensity and unpredictable storytelling that keeps viewers fully invested.
20. Narcos (2015)
Anyone fascinated by Brazil's criminal landscape in Wrath should also explore Narcos, which chronicles the rise and fall of powerful drug empires. Crime, betrayal and escalating violence create another gripping binge-worthy experience.
21. Mayor of Kingstown (2021)
Closing the list is Mayor of Kingstown, a crime drama exploring the complicated relationship between prisons, gangs and political power.
Like Wrath, it shows how escaping a violent world is much easier said than done. The characters certainly try, but trouble always seems to have excellent timing.
Next: Where was WRATH filmed?
What makes Wrath stand out is its ability to combine visceral MMA action with an emotional mystery that never loses momentum. These 21 series capture different pieces of that formula, whether through underground fighting, criminal conspiracies, hidden identities or protagonists trying to outrun the mistakes of their past.
Some lean harder into martial arts, others dive deeper into organised crime, but all deliver the kind of tension that makes "just one more episode" become an entire evening.
Which series would you add to this list after finishing Wrath? Did another action thriller deserve a place in the rankings, or did one of these become your next binge immediately?