Movies like Runaway Train

A spiritual successor to the relentless tension of Runaway Train, Unstoppable involves a runaway freight train and the efforts to stop it. Its non-stop action and nail-biting sequences make it a perfect choice for adrenaline junkies.

Much like Runaway Train, The Fugitive is a high-stakes thriller that features an intense manhunt. Harrison Ford’s character, wrongfully convicted, escapes custody and is pursued relentlessly, mirroring the tense and desperate chase in Runaway Train.

Speed captures the relentless pace and tension of Runaway Train with a modern twist – a bus armed with a bomb that will detonate if its speed drops. Its action-packed narrative and edge-of-your-seat thrills aligns closely with the experience of Runaway Train.

Money Train follows two brothers who plan to rob a train full of subway fares, sharing Runaway Train’s rail-based thrills. The combination of heist film dynamics and the sibling dynamic provides a similar adrenaline rush with a dash of character drama.

Set on a hijacked train, Under Siege 2: Dark Territory echoes Runaway Train’s confined setting where the protagonist must navigate the dangers onboard. Fans of close-quarters action will appreciate the similar setting and high-octane sequences.