Movies like Extraordinary Measures

Another inspirational film based on a true story, The Pursuit of Happyness stars Will Smith as a single father who overcomes tremendous challenges to provide for his son and achieve his dreams, mirroring the tenacity seen in Extraordinary Measures.

In My Sister's Keeper, a family deals with their daughter's leukemia and the ethical quandary of genetically designing another child to save her. Fans of Extraordinary Measures will find the medical and familial dilemmas engaging.

Based on a true story, Awakenings deals with patients coming back to life after being administered a new drug by a dedicated doctor, echoing Extraordinary Measures' theme of medical hope and the relentless pursuit of a cure.

This emotionally charged drama, like Extraordinary Measures, is based on a true story. It follows a couple's tireless quest to find a cure for their son's rare genetic disorder, emphasizing parental love and the fight against medical odds.

Though dealing with AIDS rather than a rare genetic disorder, Philadelphia tackles the sphere of medical and legal struggles faced by those diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, emphasizing a fight for dignity reminiscent of Extraordinary Measures.

Starring Robin Williams, Patch Adams is based on the true story of a man who believes in a different approach to medicine, using humor and pathos to help treat patients, similar to the innovative medical solutions sought in Extraordinary Measures.

John Q features a desperate father who takes hospital staff hostage to secure a life-saving operation for his son. Much like Extraordinary Measures, this gripping tale showcases a parent's resolve when their child's life is on the line.