Over 20 "Action Thrillers" Writing Prompts
A fast-paced narrative about two strangers on a train who receive an anonymous message at the same time: "Do exactly as I say or everyone on this train dies." They need to figure out the messenger's motives and stop a disaster, all while figuring out how interconnected their lives are.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
A retired secret agent on a transatlantic cruise to Europe notices suspicious behavior among the crew. When passengers start disappearing, the retired agent must come out of retirement, using old skills to uncover a deadly plot on the high seas while trying to remain undetected by the enemy.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Write a nail-biting tale about a pilot of a small commuter plane who discovers a bomb on board. With nowhere to land and time running out, the pilot must figure out how to disarm the bomb with help from an unlikely passenger.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Create a story where a secret agent is framed for a crime they didn't commit. While on the run, they must use their skills to clear their name, uncovering a deeper conspiracy within their own agency.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Write a story about an expert mountain climber who discovers a crashed drone carrying sensitive information on a remote peak. As they descend, they realize they are being hunted by those who want the information back.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
A retired intelligence officer living in a small coastal town finds a washed-up container filled with mysterious, unmarked vials. Shortly after, the town's residents begin to show bizarre symptoms. The officer must uncover the truth before it's too late.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Describe a high-stakes heist planned during a city's largest annual festival. The crew is diverse, each member with a unique skill set needed to navigate through large crowds, intricate security systems, and unexpected festival chaos—a recipe for both disaster and perfect cover.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Create a story revolving around a pilot who is forced to land a commercial plane on a remote airstrip after a cryptic threat is made onboard. Isolated and waiting for help, the crew and passengers must fend for themselves when they realize the threat is far from over and help isn’t coming.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Write a story about a rookie spy who, during their very first field mission, uncovers a conspiracy within their own agency. Detail their attempts to expose the truth while being chased by former mentors and colleagues who are themselves highly trained.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
Imagine a world where climate change has made certain resources incredibly scarce. Write about a hardened sea captain who must protect a cargo of fresh water from pirates. Detail their journey across dangerous waters, outsmarting enemies with age-old naval tactics intertwined with futuristic technology.
Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Action Thrillers
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