For adventure lovers like us, movies like National Treasure are no less than a real treasure. Admit it both movies in the series had us hooked to our couches. Benjamin Franklin Gates was one of my favorite adventure heroes.
And I know most of you will agree that this family adventurous drama if treasure hunters can be put under the category of best films ever made. Be it the thrilling storyline or mind-blowing acting skills, National Treasure had all elements to be loved by all.
Now as we already consider you a fan of thrills and adventures we listed out some other movies like National Treasure.
Here is our list of top 10 movies that are like National Treasure:
Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
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Along with adventure movies are you a fan of adventurous gaming too? Then you have already familiar with the daredevil video game character Lara Croft. The movie is equally thrilling. And actually way hotter than you can think.
If we start listing out the hottest and sexiest actress ever then Angelina Jolie will be the crown holder again and again. And if the hotness gets mixed with some high voltage action? Sounds irresistible right? That’s what you will get in the movie Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.
Our fiery female protagonist Lara Croft loves to collect ancient crafts from age-old ruins of temples and lost cities. Her adventurous journey takes peak as she slays the time and the villains to uncover hidden treasures. Along with being extremely beautiful we all know Angelina Jolie is a brilliant actor as well. This Oscar winner actress will force you to watch the movie on repeat and each time make your jaws drop.
The Da Vinci Code
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If you are thinking about the best seller novel “The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown then you are on the right track. The Da Vinci Code is a movie based on the best-seller novel.
The story revolves around an American religious symbols’ expert and professor Robert Langdon. A murder takes place at the Louvre Museum and Robert Langdon is called upon being the only hope to solve the case.
The storyline has unexpected twists and turns with a lot of thrilling moments. On the one hand, it will increase your dopamine level and on the other hand, it will give you numerous reasons to stay hooked on your couches. You will get both the mysterious tone and fast-paced adventure throughout the movie.
Romancing the Stone
Available on Amazon Prime
Ever thought of a combination where romance meets adventure and comedy? Sounds unique right? That’s the story of Romancing the Stone in a nutshell.
Romance novel writer Joan Wilder gets trapped in a mysterious and dangerous journey with her sister. Now you might be thinking why in most horror movies the protagonists go to live at a haunted house and why in most adventure stories the protagonists get lost somewhere.
The lost and found story in Romancing the Stone is not the usual one you might be thinking about. Joan’s sister gets kidnapped and in return, the kidnappers asked Joan to hand over the map of hidden treasure. Joan got the map from her brother in law after he was killed mysteriously. Now, how she received the map from a recently deceased, you gotta watch the movie on your own.
Anyway, so Joan goes to Colombia to save her sister but as the story progresses they both find themselves in the middle of spine chilling danger and adventure. So far you already got that the movie is adventurous and thrilling. But the additional spices in it to make it more attractive are the on time comic scenes that will force you to laugh out loud and the heartwarming touch of romance.
So get your time spent on something as unique as Romancing the Stone, and don’t forget to thank us later!
The Jewel of The Nile
Available on Amazon Prime
I am sure you already got Romancing the Stone on your next watch list. So now we present to you its sequel. Yes, the Jewel of the Nile is the sequel of Romancing the Stone and worth being included in our list of movies like National Treasure.
In this version, Joan Wilder again gets trapped but this time at a more dangerous place while traveling across the Nile. Now we already know how dangerous and mysterious the rainforest by the Nile is. So this time instead of saving Joan gets in a position to be saved. Her boyfriend Jack Colton and friend Ralph go to the Nile at her rescue.
You already guessed what happens next. They all get trapped in a dangerous situation. On their adventurous journey to return to civilization, they discover a hidden jewel worth a lot. Similar to the previous one, the Jewel of the Nile will not disappoint you with its LOL comic moments and heart touching romance along with the nail biting adventure.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
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Indiana Jones and adventure go side by side. Similar to all other movies in the Indians Jones series this movie too is like a gem to adventure movie lovers. Actually, we can consider it one of the bests of Indiana.
The plot revolves around Indiana trying to find a hidden treasure in a village of India. The hidden treasure is actually a mystical stone and the journey to it is full of thrills, adventures, and unexpected twists.
As he proceeds to solve the mystery and find the gem, he stumbles upon a secret cult inside a palace. It turns out to be the result of a deadly plan and Indiana has to find a way out. Indiana Jones out there already knows he is a pro of finding ways out of even the deadliest situations. And even the National Treasure fans will love to watch it on repeat.
The Mummy
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If we are talking about mysteries then Egypt makes its place on a list of top mysterious places. Pyramids and mysteries are like two sides of the same coin. So if a movie revolves around ancient Egypt, it is bound to be an engaging thriller. And so is The Mummy.
The story progresses with English librarian Evelyn Carnahan and her brother on their journey to explore the ancient city of Hamunaptra. As the plot takes nail biting twists and turns they find out another group on the same mission. Along with uncovering mysteries, they unleash the hidden curse on Imhotep’s tomb, who was the high priest of ancient Egypt.
Not only the plot has thrilling adventures, but also it has a unique blend of captivating humor and a brilliant performance by the cast. For all National Treasure lovers, The Mummy is a must watch.
Night at the Museum
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The title itself hints towards an adventurous and thrilling plot. And you won’t be wrong if you guessed so. The story revolves around Larry Daley who is appointed as the security guard at the Museum of Natural History in New York City.
Now imagine yourself guarding an empty museum at night full of knights, kings, and other historical entities. What if they suddenly come alive? Yes, that’s where the story takes an unusual turn in Night at the Museum. All the exhibits come to life due to a curse and you can imagine Larry’s condition among them all.
The story is a perfect fast paced family movie with all the elements to be in our list of movies like National Treasure. From child to adult, the high intensity thrill and unexpected twists and turns throughout the storyline will keep all of you engaged till the end.
Raiders of the lost ark
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The first and one of the best Indiana Jones movies. Indiana Jones fans will not be disappointed to expect a lot of chills and thrills. The more thrilling point in this movie is its villains. Indiana has the Nazis themselves against him. They are proceeding in a mysterious journey to fight the Ark of the Covenant.
The story has the nail-biting action scenes between an archaeological professor and the Nazis. Don’t take the professor fro granted because he got a legion of fans and some mind-blowing fighting skills. From high-intensity action, engaging adventures to tummy hurting comedy. Raiders of the Lost Ark is a must-watch for all National Treasure fans.
The Goonies
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Finding a film with some cute adventure lovers? The Goonies is your ultimate destination. This classic family action-adventure movie features cuteness engaged in the adventure. Imagine yourself in a financial crisis and then suddenly finding the hidden treasure of pirates. That was the dream of most of us as a child.
In this film, the Walsh brothers Mikey and Brandon find themselves in a similar situation. Before they shift to another house due to their financial problems, they and their group of friends are on an adventurous journey to find the pirates’ hidden treasure.
Young Sherlock Holmes
Available on Amazon Prime
Sherlock is one of my favorite detectives. I can argue with you for long to place him at the top for numerous reasons. And I am sure most of all will agree with me without any debate. Another masterpiece by Arthur Conan Doyle and another gift to movie lovers. The story revolves around young Sherlock with his part and parcel Watson trying to solve the mystery of murders.
The 19th century London throughout the movie will take your heart as you tear your hair apart thinking who on earth is killing these businessmen. Similar to any other Sherlock Holmes movie this one too guarantees you the most precious thing-enjoyable moments worth remembering.
So folks that were our list of top 10 movies like National Treasure. Did we forget something to include? Let us know in the comments!