Movies like Sudden Death

Speed captures the relentless tension of a bomb-rigged bus that can't slow down without exploding. For audiences that appreciated the non-stop excitement and high-stakes in Sudden Death, Speed is a relentless ride that never lets up on the throttle or the suspense.

Die Hard is the quintessential action-thriller that blends high-stakes terror with claustrophobic intensity. Following off-duty NYPD officer John McClane as he thwarts terrorists in a Los Angeles skyscraper, fans of Sudden Death's hostage scenarios and one-man-army theme will find their adrenaline fix.

Under Siege showcases Steven Seagal's character, a cook on a Navy battleship, as he combats hostile terrorists. Like Sudden Death, the film offers a lethal mix of tight spaces and ticking clocks, making it perfect for viewers who crave action-packed, siege-centric storytelling.

Con Air puts a uniquely airborne twist on the prisoner uprising theme, as a plane full of convicts takes its guards hostage. It hands out the same blend of mayhem, tough-guy bravado, and explosive action that Sudden Death delivers.

The Rock features a rogue group of military men who take over Alcatraz and threaten San Francisco with chemical weapons. This action-packed film lures viewers with its high stakes and a similar heroic struggle against overwhelming odds.

Air Force One stars Harrison Ford as the U.S. President fighting off hijackers aboard the presidential aircraft. Like Sudden Death, this high-flying action flick packs a punch with its intense hostage rescue scenario and a protagonist who's more than meets the eye.

Cliffhanger puts the audience on the edge with vertigo-inducing action as Sylvester Stallone's character battles thieves in the Rocky Mountains. It shares the high-octane thrills and survival elements that fans of Sudden Death will undoubtedly enjoy.

Executive Decision involves a stealthy mid-air operation to rescue a hijacked airliner from terrorists. Its blend of tactical operations and heart-stopping moments offers similar appeal to the claustrophic cat-and-mouse game in Sudden Death.