Movies like Sudden Death

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.