Movies like John Q

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.