Top 10 Beach Action Films for Your Next Movie Night

Description: Although more of a romantic drama, it includes survival elements and action sequences on a deserted tropical island.

Fact: The film was shot in Fiji, and the young actors, Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins, had to learn survival skills for their roles.

Description: This classic features bank robbers who are also expert surfers, blending action with beach culture in a thrilling narrative.

Fact: Keanu Reeves learned to surf for the film, and the famous skydiving scene was performed by the actors themselves.

Description: While not a traditional action film, 'The Beach' features intense sequences and survival elements set on a secluded Thai beach, making it a fitting entry for this list.

Fact: The film was shot on the actual Maya Bay in Thailand, which became a major tourist attraction post-release. Leonardo DiCaprio was initially hesitant to take the role due to the dark themes of the story.

Description: A film about Coast Guard rescue swimmers, featuring action-packed scenes on and around beaches.

Fact: Kevin Costner did much of his own swimming for the film, and the movie was inspired by real-life Coast Guard rescue swimmers.

Description: While primarily a comedy, it includes action sequences and beach party scenes set in Malia, Crete.

Fact: The film was a massive hit in the UK, becoming the highest-grossing British comedy film ever at the time of its release.

Description: Based on a true story, this film showcases a daring Coast Guard rescue mission off the coast of Cape Cod, involving intense action on and near the beach.

Fact: The film was shot in Massachusetts, and the real-life rescue was one of the most daring in Coast Guard history.

Description: A survival thriller where a surfer is stranded on a rock 200 yards from shore with a great white shark circling her.

Fact: The film was shot in Lord Howe Island, Australia, and the shark was entirely CGI, created using motion capture technology.

Description: While not strictly a beach film, it involves underwater action and a base near a beach setting, making it relevant for this list.

Fact: The film was one of several underwater-themed movies released in the late '80s, competing with 'The Abyss' and 'Leviathan'.

Description: A heist film set during a hurricane, with action sequences involving a beach and a small coastal town.

Fact: The film was shot in Bulgaria, using green screen and CGI to simulate the hurricane effects.

Description: Part of the 'Romancing the Stone' series, this film features action-packed adventures in a beach setting as the characters search for treasure.

Fact: The film was shot in Mexico, and the beach scenes were filmed at the stunning Playa del Carmen.