Thai martial arts movies are known for their non-stop intensity, impressive stunt work, and downright brutal violence, leading to some truly classic releases. By utilizing Thai martial arts styles such as Muay Thai, Thailand has carved out its own unique identity in the realm of martial arts cinema that has made stars of performers like Tony Jaa and Yanin "JeeJa" Vismitananda. With incredible works from accomplished directors like Prachya Pinkaew and the late Panna Rittikrai, theres a wealth of truly awe-inspiring Thai movies that every martial arts lover should be sure to check out.

While there are plenty of incredible Thai horror movies, another genre of cinema that Thailand excels in is martial arts movies. Whether it's through insightful retellings of Thai history or bare-bones action narratives, Thai martial arts films are known for their incredible stunts, fast-paced action, and highly accomplished real-life fighter performers. From franchises like Ong-Bak to the female-led triumphant Chocolate,...