Top 10 Most Unique Things Used as Weapons in Action Movies

“Jaws” (1975)

The main purpose of a scuba tank is to save lives, to allow divers to dive and remain underwater for long periods of time while providing them with much needed oxygen. However, in Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws,” one such tank is put to use as a weapon of mass shark destruction in the climactic scene of the film. As the shark attacks the boat and all hope looks lost, Martin Brody forces a scuba tank into the mouth of the beast and then proceeds to shoot said tank with a rifle. The resulting explosion brings an end to the Great White’s reign of terror.

“Zombieland” (2009)

When it comes to killing zombies everything is on the table. It’s all about getting them in the head and whatever you have with you that can accomplish that task becomes a potential weapon. Now, as “Shaun of the Dead” taught us, cricket bats and shovels work a whole lot better than records. But “Zombieland” showed us that the tank cover on your toilet works really well also. After failing with cotton balls, toilet paper and a shower curtain, Jesse Eisenberg’s Columbus finally gets the job done with a toilet tank cover.

“The Lost Boys” (1987)

Holy water is a tool for spiritual cleansing…. unless you’re a vampire! Then it’s a tool for your own destruction that must be avoided at all costs. And with that in mind, anyone fighting vampires should attempt to douse their opponents with said blessed liquid. Sure, you could try getting them into a bathtub filled with the stuff - but that would require getting right up close and/or a very helpful pet dog. Another delivery option - and one used in both “The Lost Boys” and “From Dusk Till Dawn”- is the water gun. Turns out they aren’t just super at soaking.

“Hot Fuzz” (2007)

As Simon Pegg is being thrown around the room in this scene from the 2007 action/comedy “Hot Fuzz,” he is obviously outmatched physically. Which means he will need help if he’s going to win this fight. And he finds the help he needs in the form of a flower pot. But actually this scene is a two-for-one in the unusual weapons category. Because, while the flower pot is the item that lands the knockout blow, we also have to give an assist to the large stuffed monkey that distracts/hypnotizes the bad guy, thus setting him up for the pot-to-head action that takes him out.

“Rush Hour” (1998)

When it comes to using unusual items as weapons, there is probably no one more adept than Jackie Chan. The man could probably have a whole list like this all to himself. From ladders to umbrellas, Chan is the master of taking whatever is in reach and weaponizing it if need be. And speaking of within reach, in this scene from “Rush Hour” the steering wheel isn’t just within reach, it’s handcuffed to his wrist. The reason why isn’t important - just enjoy watching him use it to take down and disarm a couple FBI agents.

“Kingsman: The Secret Service” (2014)

It’s one of the most epic action sequences of the 21st century. We mean, of course, the church massacre from 2014’s “Kingsman: The Secret Service.” And given that it takes place in a church you can imagine that many items found in a church get used throughout the sequence - from candlesticks to actual pews. But the most unusual choice to be used as a weapon in this sequence is the Bible. To be fair, Colin Firth’s Harry Hart does use the Bible in self-defense at first, before then using it to smack a couple bad guys around. What happened to “love thy neighbor?”

“Die Hard 2” (1990)

We can argue all day whether or not the first two “Die Hard” films are Christmas movies or not. But we can all agree that they take place at Christmas. And while the first one is set in Los Angeles, number two moved the action to the Washington Dulles International Airport. This is important because - unlike L.A. - Washington and Virginia can get ice and snow at Christmas time. That fact ends up saving John McClane’s life during one particular fight scene. If you’ve ever gotten your tongue stuck to an icicle you know how painful it can be. But we’re going to assume it’s much less painful than having one slammed into your eye socket.

“Shoot 'Em Up” (2007)

When Clive Owen sees a man with a gun head into a warehouse after a pregnant woman, he reluctantly gets up from the bench and follows him. You know he’s gonna take out the guy and save the woman. But given that the man has a gun and a knife, and Owen only has a carrot, how he’s going to do it seems uncertain. Well, it turns out carrots aren’t just good for your eyes, but can also be good for stabbing people through their mouth and out the back of their head. Owen also tags his actions with the Schwarzenegger-level one-liner, “Always eat your vegetables.” So, win-win.

“John Wick: Chapter 2” (2017)

They say that the pen is mightier than the sword. But what about the pencil? Well, if you’re John Wick or The Joker, the pencil is quite the mighty tool of destruction. In “The Dark Knight,” Joker does some magic by making a pencil disappear into the face of a mob enforcer. But that’s just one guy. In 2017’s “John Wick: Chapter 2,” Mr. Wick takes out multiple opponents with what we assume is an HB number 2 pencil. And what appears to be a very well-sharpened one at that. Sometimes analog is still the best option.

“Goldfinger” (1964)

Random Task’s shoe did nothing more than annoy Austin Powers in the first film of the series. But the character he was parodying had a much more lethal piece of clothing. Of course we’re talking about Oddjob from the 1964 James Bond film, “Goldfinger” - and his deadly bowler hat. Yes, the reinforced brim is what made it such a good weapon, so don’t try any of this at home with your hats and expect similar statue-beheading results. But it also functioned perfectly as a hat and as such is definitely unique. Talk about form and function. Are we right?