I just watched Denzel Washington and Chris Pine's disaster thriller and we need more movies like this in 2026
Tom's Guide critic Malcolm McMillan praises the 2010 disaster thriller 'Unstoppable' for delivering high-tension entertainment within a concise runtime. The article argues that Hollywood has largely abandoned this genre in favor of higher-budget intellectual property blockbusters, despite the film's commercial underperformance. McMillan recommends the movie as a superior alternative to modern superhero films, highlighting the effective chemistry between Denzel Washington and Chris Pine.
- ▪'Unstoppable' is a 2010 action thriller starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pine that received a 4/5 star rating from Tom's Guide.
- ▪The film had a budget of approximately $100 million but only grossed $167.8 million, which is considered a financial loss by Hollywood standards.
- ▪The article suggests that studios have shifted focus to superhero and IP-driven blockbusters, reducing the production of traditional disaster thrillers.
- ▪McMillan notes that the movie is not currently available on major streaming platforms but can be purchased or rented on Amazon.
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Entertainment Movies I just watched Denzel Washington and Chris Pine's disaster thriller and we need more movies like this in 2026 Opinion By Malcolm McMillan Published 3 October 2026 'Unstoppable' is the perfect popcorn-munching action thriller When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Alamy) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Tom's Guide verdict: 'Unstoppable' (2010)Rating: 4/5 starsVerdict: "They don't make movies like this anymore" is a common line in the film industry, but they really don't make movies like "Unstoppable" anymore.
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