Movies like Speed 2: Cruise Control

The precursor to Speed 2: Cruise Control, Speed is a high-octane action film starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. With a bus rigged to explode if it slows down, this suspenseful thrill-ride is the obvious pick for fans seeking the original pulse-pounding experience.

This high-flying action thriller features a plane filled with dangerous criminals who take control during a transfer flight. Nicholas Cage stars as the paroled ex-Army Ranger who must save the day, akin to the heroics seen in Speed 2.

In this action thriller, President Harrison Ford faces off against terrorists aboard the presidential aircraft. The high-stakes scenario and relentless pace will appeal to those captivated by the dangerous situation in Speed 2.

Another action-packed thriller set on a transportation vehicle, Under Siege takes place on a US Navy battleship. Steven Seagal stars as the ex-Navy SEAL who must thwart terrorists, offering nail-biting suspense similar to that in Speed 2.

This film mixes action and horror as an FBI agent handles a box of venomous snakes released on a plane to kill a witness. The blend of thriller elements aboard a doomed flight can intrigue viewers who enjoy Speed 2's tension at sea.

With terrorists on a plane and a bomb that could kill everyone on board, Executive Decision's tense storyline and mid-air suspense echoes the thrilling, contained environment of Speed 2.

Wesley Snipes stars in this action film about a security expert battling terrorists on a commercial airliner. The high-stress combat and tactical maneuvers will resonate with fans of the action sequences in Speed 2.