Movies and TvShows featuring "british-actor-plays-an-american-character" theme.

In this sequel to 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes', a decade after the ALZ-113 virus outbreak, humans are dying off while apes thrive. Caesar, the chimp leader, must confront mistrust and betrayal as both tribes vie for control. The fate of the Earth hangs in the balance.

In 'Hunter Killer,' a US submarine captain teams up with special forces to rescue the kidnapped Russian president and prevent a global war. They must navigate through dangerous waters, battle enemies, and uncover a terrorist plot. With high-stakes action and intense underwater combat, they must succeed to save the world.

As the American Civil War continues, President Abraham Lincoln fights with his cabinet over the decision to emancipate slaves. He must secure enough votes to pass the Thirteenth Amendment, which will ban slavery permanently. Lincoln faces opposition from those who fear the economic impact of freed slaves, but he believes that ending slavery is necessary for the country's future. Despite political challenges and personal hardships, Lincoln successfully navigates the divisive landscape of wartime politics and secures the passage of the amendment. His efforts contribute to the eventual end of the war and the abolition of slavery in America.

In "Death Race 2," a former cop is wrongly accused of murder and ends up on a prison island. To survive, he is forced to participate in a deadly death race. As he navigates through dangerous obstacles and battles with other prisoners, he uncovers a larger conspiracy. With his life on the line, he must use his skills and determination to escape the prison and clear his name.

The true story of Whitey Bulger, the brother of a state senator and the most infamous violent criminal in the history of South Boston, who became an FBI informant to take down a Mafia family invading his turf. In Boston, 1975, Whitey works as a bouncer and forms his gang. He becomes an FBI informant to take down the Angiulo crime family. Whitey rises in power and is involved in embezzlement and murder. As his power grows, he evades police capture for years until his arrest in 2011.

In 'Criminal,' a death row inmate is implanted with the memories and skills of a CIA agent to complete his unfinished mission and stop a dangerous plot. As he navigates the world of espionage and terrorism, he must confront his own dark past and discover his true identity.

In a post-apocalyptic future, Priest, a rebellious priest, breaks church law to rescue his niece who has been kidnapped by vampires. Alongside his companion, Hicks, they embark on a dangerous journey to the vampire hive, encountering battles, betrayals, and a confrontation with the powerful vampire Black Hat. As they fight to save his niece and destroy the vampire threat, Priest must confront his own past and challenge the authority of the church.

Hard Target 2 (2016) follows a retired mixed martial arts fighter who becomes the prey in a deadly game of human hunting in the Burmese jungle. He must rely on his skills to survive and outsmart his ruthless pursuers. With twists and turns, the movie delivers intense action and thrilling suspense. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat as the protagonist fights to stay alive.

After a heist goes wrong, a man finds himself on the run to save his girlfriend from a gangster. With time running out and the odds stacked against him, he must use his wits and skills to outsmart his pursuers and bring an end to the dangerous game.

In the Wild West, two special agents must save President Grant from a wheelchair-bound Confederate scientist seeking revenge for the Civil War. They embark on a mission to track down the kidnapped scientists and stop the villain's plans for world domination. As they infiltrate a costume ball and encounter deadly inventions, they race against time to stop the nefarious plot.

In the near future, an engineer and a special ops unit uncover a deadly threat in a war-ravaged European city. As they fight against supernatural beings with the ability to turn invisible, the team must find a way to stop them before they cause mass destruction.

After his wife and children are killed in a brutal attack, Frank Castle, a former FBI agent, transforms into the vigilante known as the Punisher. Armed with his expertise in combat and a thirst for revenge, he goes on a mission to take down the criminals responsible for the tragedy.

Financial TV host Lee Gates and his producer Patty are put in an extreme situation when an irate investor takes them and their crew as hostage. Lee Gates is the host of the financial TV discussion show 'Money Monster'. He tells his viewers about the downfall of the corporation Ibis, which has seen its stock plummet and a loss of $800 million in shares, and its CEO Walt Camby is in Geneva, unable to comment on the situation of his company. Before the next show, Lee talks to his studio director Patty Fenn, who is taking a new job across the street. Lee finds out that Camby, who was supposed to be the guest on his show, has cancelled on them, so they are going to interview Ibis's CCO Diane Lester. A few minutes into the show, a supposed deliveryman walks into view and holds them at gunpoint, forcing Lee to put on a bomb vest. The police arrive outside and try to negotiate with the hostage-taker. Meanwhile, Diane investigates what really went wrong with Ibis and discovers that Camby wasn't really in Geneva, but in South Africa. The police bring Kyle's pregnant girlfriend to the studio to contact him, and Kyle starts to rethink his plan. As the police plan to take out the bomb vest receiver, Patty warns Lee, and he grabs Kyle and escapes the studio. Patty heads to the federal hall to catch Camby while the rest of the crew gathers evidence against him. Lee forces Camby to explain what really happened with Ibis's money, and Kyle orders Camby to admit his wrongdoing. In the end, Kyle sacrifices himself, and Lee and Patty recover at the hospital, contemplating their next move.

Dumped by their girlfriends, best friends TS Quint and Brodie find solace in the mall. They plot revenge on their exes and join forces with Jay and Silent Bob. While trying to sabotage a TV show, they face numerous obstacles and failed attempts. Along the way, they try to reconcile with their former girlfriends, face an encounter with a mall security guard, and seek advice from a topless psychic. In the end, they succeed in winning back their girlfriends and taking revenge on those who wronged them.

Set during the Nanking Massacre in 1937, 'The Flowers of War' tells the story of a mortician, a convent student, and a group of prostitutes who seek refuge in a church. As they struggle to survive in the midst of the atrocities committed by the Japanese military, they form unlikely bonds and find strength in each other.

The Glimmer Man follows an ex-soldier and martial arts master who joins forces with a homicide detective to track down a serial killer. As they investigate a series of murders, they uncover a web of deception and organized crime. The ex-soldier's past and martial arts skills prove vital in the final showdown with the killer.

In 1987, a scandalous love affair involving a senator threatens to derail his presidential campaign. Based on a true story, 'The Front Runner' explores the political drama and personal struggles faced by the politician.

After several American and British military personnel are killed in suicide attacks throughout southeast Asia, the U.S. begins to suspect a plot by the Vietnam government. To uncover the truth, the U.S. army calls upon a former commando who is looking for his long-lost son in Vietnam. While his military commanders want to see the commando succeed in his mission, his political overseers have a different set of plans.