If You Liked Kraven the Hunter, Check Out These Movies

By: Hannah Ruiz, Published March 31 2025

Kraven the Hunter Finds New Life on Netflix

Move over, Spider-Man Universe skeptics—Kraven the Hunter has arrived on Netflix and subscribers are absolutely devouring it. Sure, the film might have marked a less-than-stellar chapter for Sony’s ambitious yet uneven Spider-Man Universe, but let's be real—this isn't nearly as bad as some other Marvel missteps we've endured ("cough" Morbius, Madame Web "cough"). Even if Kraven the Hunter wasn’t exactly Oscar material, you can't deny it had heart, a dash of ambition, and a deliciously earnest performance from Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who clearly swung for the fences as the iconic Marvel anti-hero.

A Delightful Cocktail of Action and Absurdity

Kraven walks a peculiar tightrope between goofy charm and relentless action sequences, and sometimes that's precisely the escape we crave. Honestly, there are worse cinematic sins than delivering unapologetic entertainment and an actor who clearly enjoys playing in this comic book sandbox. Watching Kraven might even spark nostalgia, reminding viewers of other, perhaps superior, films within the genre that they've affectionately loved before. Curious where to turn next after finishing Kraven's wild ride? We've put together a little list to keep your cinematic cravings fully satisfied.

The John Wick Franchise: Revenge Done Right

With revenge as the common thread binding Kraven the Hunter and the John Wick series, Keanu Reeves' quadruple dose of relentless action is the perfect follow-up binge. Like Kraven, John Wick is all about escalating stakes and stunning fight choreography—but, let's face it, Wick does it better. Every installment in the Wick saga somehow surpasses the previous one, offering increasingly intricate choreography, deeper storytelling, and Reeves' impossibly cool performance that practically demands an audience cheer. While Kraven finds himself battling iconic adversaries like Rhino, Chameleon, and even his own family, John Wick's journey starts simply enough—with revenge for his puppy. But as the films progress, Wick's vengeance escalates dramatically, eventually pitting him against the shadowy, all-powerful High Table itself. It's a fascinating parallel to Kraven's own trajectory, with each quest for revenge growing ever-more complicated and personal. Both films explore the chaos that ensues when vengeance takes center stage, but Wick's polished execution and visual style set the bar incredibly high.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Kick-Ass Origins

Before Aaron Taylor-Johnson donned Kraven's fur-lined attire or zipped around as Marvel's Quicksilver, he was the relatable, lovable underdog hero Kick-Ass. To date, Kick-Ass remains Taylor-Johnson's definitive comic book performance—and frankly, one of the genre's most refreshing adaptations ever created. The film takes superhero conventions and gleefully flips them upside down, presenting heroes who aren't super at all, just ordinary people navigating extraordinary circumstances. Matthew Vaughn’s razor-sharp direction (he would later bring the same brilliance to X-Men: First Class and Kingsman: The Secret Service) transforms Kick-Ass into a cheeky, stylishly irreverent cinematic gem. The script crackles with wit, and Taylor-Johnson perfectly captures the awkward bravery of a teenager trying to make a difference. Throw in Nicolas Cage's delightfully wacky energy and Mark Strong’s memorable villainous turn, and you've got a winning recipe. Yet, it's Chloë Grace Moretz as Hit-Girl who truly steals the show, delivering a performance that's as hilariously foul-mouthed as it is effortlessly badass.

The Ultimate Hunter: Predator's Thrilling Legacy

Speaking of hunters, it doesn't get more iconic than Arnold Schwarzenegger's legendary bout with an alien menace in Predator. If Kraven considers himself the ultimate hunter, he clearly hasn't faced the Yautja—an extraterrestrial predator whose hunting prowess makes even Kraven look like a novice. John McTiernan's 1987 blockbuster is not just a Schwarzenegger classic, it's a master class in pacing, suspense, and tension-building, carefully structured into three distinct and unforgettable acts. Predator starts deceptively straightforward, following a paramilitary rescue squad navigating a perilous Central American jungle. But quickly, the mission devolves into chaos when they discover they're being hunted by a virtually unstoppable alien force. As squad members are picked off one by one, tension ratchets up dramatically. Finally, Schwarzenegger’s Dutch finds himself in a striking role reversal, becoming the predator hunting the alien beast. It's tense, it's thrilling, and it's a timeless action film every genre fan owes themselves to revisit—especially after experiencing Kraven’s own wild hunt.