Movies Like Taken

"Man on Fire" (2004) is an action thriller film starring Denzel Washington as John Creasy, a former CIA operative turned bodyguard. When the young girl he's protecting is kidnapped in Mexico City, Creasy embarks on a relentless and violent quest for vengeance against those responsible.

"John Wick" (2014) is an action-packed thriller about a retired hitman, John Wick, who embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance after the brutal murder of his beloved dog, a final gift from his late wife. His mission leads him back into the dangerous underworld he once left behind, facing off against former allies and ruthless enemies.

"The Equalizer" (2014) is an action thriller film starring Denzel Washington as Robert McCall, a retired intelligence officer with a mysterious past. When he discovers a young girl (Chloë Grace Moretz) being brutalized by Russian gangsters, McCall comes out of his quiet retirement to unleash his formidable skills, seeking justice and taking down those who prey on the helpless.

"Commando" (1985) is an action-packed film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as John Matrix, a retired Special Forces operative. When his daughter is kidnapped by a former dictator seeking revenge, Matrix goes on a one-man mission to rescue her, unleashing his lethal skills against an army of mercenaries.

"Safe House" (2012) is an action thriller that follows a young CIA operative, played by Ryan Reynolds, who must protect a dangerous fugitive, portrayed by Denzel Washington, after their safe house is attacked. As they flee from relentless pursuers, they uncover a web of corruption within the agency, leading to intense confrontations and high-stakes action.

"Ransom" (1996) is a thriller directed by Ron Howard, starring Mel Gibson and Rene Russo. The film follows a wealthy airline owner who takes drastic measures to secure the safe return of his kidnapped son, ultimately turning the tables on the kidnappers by offering the ransom as a bounty on their heads.

"Edge of Darkness" (2010) is a thriller film directed by Martin Campbell. It stars Mel Gibson as Thomas Craven, a Boston detective who investigates the murder of his activist daughter. As he delves deeper, Craven uncovers a web of corruption and conspiracy involving a powerful corporation and the government. Driven by a quest for justice and revenge, he faces dangerous adversaries and unveils dark secrets that put his life at risk.

"The November Man" is a gripping action thriller that follows a retired CIA agent, played by Pierce Brosnan, as he is drawn back into the world of espionage to protect a valuable witness. As he navigates a web of deceit and betrayal, he must confront his former protégé in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

"Olympus Has Fallen" (2013) is an action thriller where a disgraced Secret Service agent must rescue the President after terrorists seize control of the White House. Faced with intense combat and high-stakes situations, he fights to save the nation from imminent disaster.

"3 Days to Kill" (2014) is an action-thriller film about a dying CIA operative, played by Kevin Costner, who is offered an experimental drug that could save his life in exchange for completing one last mission. While hunting a dangerous terrorist, he also tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter in Paris.

"Safe" (2012) is an action-thriller film starring Jason Statham as Luke Wright, a former elite agent who becomes a protector for a young girl with a photographic memory. She holds vital information that a corrupt police force, the Triads, and the Russian Mafia all want. Wright fights to keep her safe while navigating a treacherous underworld.