Movies like Half Past Dead

An iconic Steven Seagal film, Under Siege showcases Seagal's character as a cook on a Navy battleship taken over by terrorists. The combination of close-quarters combat and a die-hard protagonist makes it resonate with the vibe of Half Past Dead.

In Death Race, convicts must compete in a deadly car racing game. Its themes of prison life and an overarching action-packed, life-or-death competition make it a thrilling watch for fans of Half Past Dead.

Con Air involves a group of convicts taking over a transport plane, offering a similar high-stakes convict-centered storyline. Featuring an ensemble cast including Nicolas Cage, it captures the same fast-paced, explosive energy that fans of Half Past Dead enjoy.

The Rock, starring Sean Connery and Nicolas Cage, is about a group of rogue military men who seize Alcatraz Island. With its prison break theme and action-packed sequences, it's a film that will likely appeal to those who liked Half Past Dead.

With stars Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Escape Plan features a high-security prison escape similar to the premise of Half Past Dead. The mix of brawn and brains in a confined setting would certainly entertain an audience with a taste for jail-centric thrillers.

Exit Wounds is another action-packed movie featuring Steven Seagal alongside DMX. Its similar themes of corruption within the prison system and a blend of martial arts with gunplay will resonate with fans of Half Past Dead.

Starring Jet Li and DMX, Cradle 2 the Grave blends martial arts action with heist elements, much like Half Past Dead. The film's exciting fight sequences and an engaging plot revolving around thieves and law enforcement make it a natural next watch.

This film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as a sheriff fighting off a drug cartel leader. Just like in Half Past Dead, The Last Stand combines a charismatic lead with intense action, including a fortified location under siege, making it very appealing for the same audience.