1. Unstoppable
#229 most popular movie yesterdayA 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.
7 movies like Unstoppable...2. The Fugitive
#1,009 most popular movie yesterdayMuch 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.
8 movies like The Fugitive...3. Speed
#1,061 most popular movie yesterdaySpeed 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.
8 movies like Speed...4. Money Train
#3,231 most popular movie yesterdayMoney 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.
6 movies like Money Train...5. Under Siege 2: Dark Territory
#3,417 most popular movie yesterdaySet 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.
8 movies like Under Siege 2: Dark Territory...
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