Movies like Riddick

Mad Max: Fury Road offers a high-octane, post-apocalyptic adventure that's as gritty and visually mesmerizing as it is action-packed. Fans of Riddick's desolate settings and tough-as-nails protagonist will feel right at home with Mad Max's relentless pursuit of survival in a savage world.

Alien's blend of science fiction and horror, along with its claustrophobic atmosphere and lethal extraterrestrial antagonist, makes it a classic that fans of Riddick's darker, more suspenseful scenes will enjoy. The groundbreaking film set a standard for the genre that Riddick proudly follows.

Blade Runner explores thought-provoking themes of identity and humanity in a dystopian future not unlike the thematic underpinnings of Riddick. The captivating visuals and complex narrative will attract those who appreciate the more cerebral side of science fiction, along with the dark, gritty world-building.

Predator features a group of elite soldiers facing off against an unseen alien hunter in the jungle, combining elements of military action, science fiction, and horror. Spectators drawn to Riddick’s lethal game of cat and mouse with alien creatures will definitely connect with the thrilling, suspenseful hunt in Predator.

Escape from New York presents a tough, no-nonsense protagonist similar to Riddick, in the form of Snake Plissken. Audiences who savor a good anti-hero tale, full of action and set in a dystopian future, will find a lot to like in John Carpenter’s cult classic.

Set in a dystopian future where law enforcers act as judge, jury, and executioner, Dredd brings an intense, stylized violence similar to that of Riddick, along with a stoic anti-hero in Judge Dredd who fans of Vin Diesel's character will appreciate for his singular drive and combat prowess.

As the direct sequel to Pitch Black, The Chronicles of Riddick continues the saga of the titular character as he battles against an oppressive empire known as the Necromongers. Audiences who appreciate Riddick's unique blend of anti-hero charisma and hard-hitting action scenes will find more to love in this expansive sci-fi universe.

Pitch Black is the film that first introduced audiences to the anti-hero Richard B. Riddick. Set on a sun-scorched planet, Riddick and a group of marooned survivors must fight for survival against alien predators, making it a must-watch for fans of the Riddick franchise's dark sci-fi themes and survivalist action.