Movies like John Q

Falling Down portrays a man’s journey through urban chaos as he becomes increasingly disillusioned by society’s flaws. Much like John Q, it features a protagonist who reaches a breaking point and challenges the status quo.

Taken showcases Liam Neeson as a father with a 'very particular set of skills' fighting to save his daughter from kidnappers. If the desperate father figure in John Q captivated you, Taken's relentless quest for a child's safety will resonate.

Law Abiding Citizen follows a man who takes justice into his own hands after a plea bargain sets his family's killers free. This intense thriller parallels John Q's themes of a desperate man challenging a broken system.

A Time to Kill confronts the legal system and racial tensions as a father seeks justice for an atrocious crime committed against his daughter. The film, like John Q, explores themes of justice, morality, and a father's love pushed to the limits.

With a gripping tale of revenge and protection, Man on Fire features Denzel Washington as a bodyguard who goes to extreme lengths to save a kidnapped girl. Fans of John Q's tense, morally complex situation will find the same high stakes and personal dedication in this thrilling narrative.

Samuel L. Jackson stars in The Negotiator, playing a hostage negotiator who takes hostages himself to clear his name. Like John Q, the film weaves tension and moral dilemmas into a story where the protagonist must outsmart the system.

Mel Gibson stars in Ransom as a wealthy businessman who turns the tables on his son’s kidnapper. This high-octane thriller delves into a parent's nightmare, echoing the parental resolve seen in John Q.

Another Denzel Washington hit, Inside Man involves a morally ambiguous bank heist that turns into a high-stakes negotiation. Viewers who appreciate the intricate plotting and ethical quandaries of John Q will be drawn into this cleverly orchestrated standoff.