Good Abduction Movies

From Christopher Nolan, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page, Ken Watanabe
Rated PG-13

Inception is a sci-fi thriller directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Leonardo DiCaprio. The movie follows the story of Dom Cobb, a professional thief who recruits a team of experts to carry out a dangerous mission: to plant an idea in the mind of a target. In order to complete this task, Cobb and his team must journey into the dream world and manipulate the subconscious of their target. Through a series of daring and imaginative heists, they must navigate the many layers of the human mind, each with its own unique rules and perils. Ultimately, their success or failure will determine not only their fate, but the fate of the world.

From Jonathan Demme, starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Lawrence A. Bonney, Kasi Lemmons
Rated R

The Silence of the Lambs is a psychological-horror thriller directed by Jonathan Demme. The film follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) as she attempts to catch the serial killer known as "Buffalo Bill." To get closer to the killer, Clarice is tasked with interviewing the incarcerated, brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins). Through her conversations with Lecter, Clarice is able to gain insight into Buffalo Bill's past, while Lecter probes Clarice's psychological state. The film follows Clarice in her race against time to save the latest victim of Buffalo Bill, while being pursued by the killer himself. As the film reaches its climax, the two sides face off in a thrilling and terrifying confrontation. The Silence of the Lambs won numerous awards including five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Actress.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jeong, Kim Byeong-Ok
Rated R

Oldboy is a South Korean psychological thriller film directed by Park Chan-wook. It tells the story of Oh Dae-su, a businessman who is inexplicably imprisoned in a strange motel room for 15 years. When he is suddenly released, he embarks on a violent quest to discover why he was imprisoned and to exact his revenge on those responsible. Along the way, he discovers corruption, betrayal, and a deeper conspiracy involving his own kidnapping. Ultimately, Oh Dae-su is forced to confront his own dark past and ultimately learns that his captor had been manipulating his life from the beginning.

From James McTeigue, starring Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman, Rupert Graves, Stephen Rea
Rated R

V for Vendetta is a 2005 dystopian political thriller film directed by James McTeigue and written by the Wachowskis, based on the 1988 DC/Vertigo Comics limited series of the same name by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. The film stars Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving and is set in a near-future British society in which a neo-fascist regime has subjugated the population. A masked vigilante known as "V" works to bring down the totalitarian government, inspiring others along the way. He eventually becomes the symbol of an uprising against the oppressive establishment. With help from a young woman named Evey, V embarks on a mission of vengeance and freedom, ultimately revealing a shocking truth to the people of London.

From Denis Villeneuve, starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Melissa Leo
Rated R

Prisoners is a 2013 crime thriller directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, and Melissa Leo. The film follows Keller Dover, a man whose daughter and her friend are abducted during Thanksgiving. Desperate to find them, he takes matters into his own hands and begins a search for the girls, enlisting the help of a police detective. As days go by, the mystery deepens and tension builds as Dover and the detective delve further into the case. With many twists and turns, they must confront their own inner demons in order to find the truth and save the girls.

From Lenny Abrahamson, starring Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Sean Bridgers, Wendy Crewson
Rated R

Room is a 2015 drama film directed by Lenny Abrahamson and based on the 2010 novel of the same name by Emma Donoghue. The film stars Brie Larson as Joy Newsome, a young mother who has been kidnapped and held in a small, soundproofed room with her five-year-old son, Jack (Jacob Tremblay). The pair must find a way to escape their captor (William H. Macy) and the physical and psychological restraints of their tiny confines. With the help of Jack's imagination, the pair manage to discover the strength and courage to break free from the darkness and reclaim their lives. The film is a powerful exploration of the strength of love and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

From Clint Eastwood, starring Clint Eastwood, Bee Vang, Christopher Carley, Ahney Her
Rated R

Gran Torino is a 2008 American drama film directed by Clint Eastwood, who also stars in the film as Walt Kowalski, an elderly, recently widowed Korean War veteran alienated from his family and angry at the world. After saving his neighbor Thao Vang Lor from a gang, Walt is drawn into a conflict between his community and the gang. With the help of his young neighbor and a local priest, Walt eventually helps Thao gain the respect of his family and community. Through his experiences, Walt ultimately finds himself at peace with his life and his neighborhood.

From James Gunn, starring Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana
Rated PG-13

"Guardians of the Galaxy" is a 2014 superhero film set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Directed by James Gunn and starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, and many more, the film follows an unlikely team of misfits as they come together to save the galaxy from the machinations of a powerful villain. With the help of a powerful artifact, the Guardians of the Galaxy must fight against Ronan the Accuser and his army of followers to protect the universe from destruction. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the power of family. With laughs and adventure, this action-packed movie is sure to entertain.

From Quentin Tarantino, starring Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Walton Goggins
Rated R

The Hateful Eight is a 2015 American Western mystery film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set six or eight or twelve years after the Civil War, it follows a group of eight travelers who take refuge from a blizzard in a stagecoach stopover, only to discover that they may have more in common than they originally thought. The film stars Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Walton Goggins, Demián Bichir, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, and Bruce Dern as the titular eight travelers. The film follows the characters as they attempt to uncover the truth behind the murder of a Confederate general. Along the way, they must deal with the tension between them, as well as the dangers that await them outside the stagecoach stopover. As the story progresses, the travelers are revealed to be far from strangers, and the mystery behind the murder becomes increasingly complex.

From Pierre Morel, starring Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Leland Orser
Rated PG-13

Taken is an action-packed thriller about a retired CIA agent, Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson), who is forced back into action when his daughter, Kim (Maggie Grace), is kidnapped in Paris by a human trafficking ring. In order to get her back, Mills must use his "particular set of skills" to track down the kidnappers and take them out. With the help of a former colleague, he embarks on an action-packed journey across Europe to save his daughter, while also facing off against a notorious international criminal. In the end, Mills is triumphant, and Kim is returned home safely.

From Rob Reiner, starring James Caan, Kathy Bates, Richard Farnsworth, Frances Sternhagen
Rated R

Misery tells the story of novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by Annie Wilkes, a nurse and self-proclaimed “number one fan” of his novels. Annie takes Paul to her remote cabin and tends to his injuries, but holds him captive and forces him to write a novel according to her liking. As the story progresses, Paul realizes that Annie is a psychopath who will go to any lengths to keep him in her grasp. In order to survive and escape, Paul must find a way to outwit his captor.

From Paul Greengrass, starring Tom Hanks, Barkhad Abdi, Barkhad Abdirahman, Catherine Keener
Rated PG-13

"Captain Phillips" is a 2013 biographical drama film directed by Paul Greengrass, starring Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi. It depicts the 2009 hijacking of the U.S. container ship Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates. The film follows the tense negotiations for Captain Richard Phillips and his crew, led by their leader, Muse, after their ship is taken hostage. Phillips sacrifices himself as a hostage, in exchange for the safety of his crew, and is taken aboard a small lifeboat with Muse and two other hijackers. The film depicts a battle of wills as Phillips attempts to outwit Muse, while a U.S. Navy destroyer and an international team of naval forces draw nearer. In the end, Phillips and Muse come to an understanding, and Phillips is rescued by the U.S. Navy SEALs. The film highlights the courage and heroism of Phillips and his crew and the dangers of modern-day piracy.

From Clint Eastwood, starring Angelina Jolie, Colm Feore, Amy Ryan, Gattlin Griffith
Rated R

Changeling is a 2008 drama directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Angelina Jolie. It is based on the true story of single mother Christine Collins (Jolie) in 1928 Los Angeles who finds herself embroiled in a police investigation after her nine-year-old son Walter goes missing. After months of searching, the police declare Walter dead, but when a young boy is returned to Christine claiming to be Walter, she is convinced it’s not him. When she speaks out against the police, she is institutionalized in a mental institution and her fight for justice begins. With the help of a radio-reporter and a pastor, Christine takes on a powerful establishment in her pursuit of the truth.

From Jordan Peele, starring Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Bradley Whitford, Catherine Keener
Rated R

Get Out tells the story of Chris Washington, a young African-American photographer who visits his white girlfriend’s family estate for the weekend. Chris soon discovers that the family’s seemingly warm welcome is just a facade and that they have much darker intentions. Chris must fight for his life and sanity as he finds himself in a terrifying situation. Along the way, he uncovers a secret plot involving mind control and racial inequality, that forces him to confront his deepest fears.

From Tony Scott, starring Denzel Washington, Christopher Walken, Dakota Fanning, Radha Mitchell
Rated R

Man on Fire is a 2004 action thriller directed by Tony Scott and starring Denzel Washington, Christopher Walken, and Dakota Fanning. The film follows Creasy (Washington), an ex-CIA operative who is hired as a bodyguard for nine-year-old Pita Ramos (Fanning). When she is kidnapped by a ruthless gang of criminals, Creasy is determined to get her back at any cost. He soon discovers that the kidnapping is part of an even bigger conspiracy and goes on a relentless mission of revenge. Along the way he meets an unlikely ally in Samuel (Walken), a mysterious figure who helps him on his mission. Fueled by anger and a thirst for justice, Creasy takes on the criminals and the corrupt Mexican government in a thrilling, explosive finale.

From James Gunn, starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel
Rated PG-13

"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" is a 2017 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. Directed by James Gunn, the film is the sequel to 2014's "Guardians of the Galaxy" and the fifteenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It follows the Guardians as they traverse the outer reaches of the cosmos to protect their newfound family from a mysterious and powerful enemy. With help from old friends, new allies, and a powerful enemy, the Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage. Featuring an ensemble cast of Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Michael Rooker, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Elizabeth Debicki, Chris Sullivan, Sean Gunn, and Kurt Russell, the film was released in the United States on May 5, 2017. It was a commercial and critical success, grossing over $863 million worldwide, and received positive reviews from critics.

From Ben Affleck, starring Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris, Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan
Rated R

Gone Baby Gone is a 2007 American crime drama film directed by Ben Affleck and based on the 1998 novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane. The film follows two private investigators, Patrick Kenzie and Angie Gennaro, who are hired to investigate the kidnapping of four-year-old Amanda McCready from her home in the Boston neighborhood of Dorchester. As the case unfolds, the two soon realize that the case is much more complex than it first appears. The film stars Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan, Ed Harris, Morgan Freeman, and Amy Ryan. Through the investigation, Kenzie and Gennaro uncover a world of secrets and lies. In the end, they must make a difficult moral decision that will have lasting consequences for all involved.

From Spike Lee, starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, Christopher Plummer
Rated R

Inside Man is a 2006 crime thriller directed by Spike Lee and starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, and Jodie Foster. The film follows Detective Keith Frazier (Washington) as he attempts to negotiate a hostage situation inside a Manhattan bank. As the situation progresses, Frazier discovers there is more to the heist than meets the eye, and begins to uncover a sinister plot involving the bank's wealthy founder. As he pieces the clues together, Frazier must work with the enigmatic Dalton Russell (Owen) in order to bring the robbers to justice and free the hostages.

From James Wan, starring Cary Elwes, Leigh Whannell, Danny Glover, Ken Leung
Rated R

Saw is a 2004 horror film directed by James Wan. The movie follows two men who find themselves in a mysterious and deadly situation. One of them, Dr. Lawrence Gordon (Cary Elwes), is a doctor who has been abducted and chained to a pipe in a dilapidated bathroom, while the other, Adam (Leigh Whannell), is a photographer who has been kidnapped and chained to a wall in the same room. Both men are given a task by a mysterious killer known only as “Jigsaw”: Dr. Gordon must kill Adam within eight hours, or his wife and daughter will be killed. As the two men try to figure out a way to escape, they soon realize they are being watched and must find a way to stay alive before time runs out.

From Pedro Almodóvar, starring Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Jan Cornet, Marisa Paredes
Rated R

The Skin I Live In is a psychological thriller directed by Pedro Almodóvar. The film tells the twisted story of a brilliant plastic surgeon, Dr. Robert Ledgard (Antonio Banderas), who has developed a revolutionary and experimental new skin for his patient, Vera (Elena Anaya). In his attempt to perfect his invention, he has also kept her prisoner in his house as a test subject for the new skin, a test that has gone on for years. As the story unfolds, Dr. Ledgard's motivations are slowly revealed and his relationship with Vera unravels. The film is a gripping and suspenseful exploration of identity, obsession, revenge, and the power of science.

From Steven Soderbergh, starring Michael Douglas, Benicio Del Toro, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jacob Vargas
Rated R

Traffic is a 2000 American crime drama film directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Stephen Gaghan. It examines the illegal drug trade from a number of perspectives: a user, an enforcer, a politician, and a trafficker. The film stars Michael Douglas, Benicio del Toro, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and other actors in a multitude of interrelated stories about the consequences of drug trafficking. The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Director for Soderbergh, and was a critical and commercial success. The film explores the different levels of the drug trade from its lowest ranks to its highest, as well as the various governments and law enforcement agents who attempt to fight it. It examines the human costs of this trade, as well as its devastating effects on society. While focusing on the personal stories of each character, the film also examines the broader picture of the drug trade and its ramifications.

From Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen, starring Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, Hailee Steinfeld, Josh Brolin
Rated PG-13

True Grit is a 2010 Western adventure film directed by the Coen brothers, Ethan and Joel Coen. The film is a remake of the 1969 classic of the same name, which was based on the 1968 novel by Charles Portis. The film stars Matt Damon, Jeff Bridges, and Hailee Steinfeld. The story follows fourteen-year-old Mattie Ross as she hires U.S. Marshal Reuben J. "Rooster" Cogburn to help her track down the man who murdered her father. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, including a Texas Ranger, and a treacherous outlaw, who are also on the hunt for the murderer. The film features stunning cinematography and a gripping story that keeps audiences engaged. The performances of the actors, particularly Steinfeld's, are also noteworthy. True Grit is an exciting and unique Western film that is sure to leave viewers satisfied.

From Michael Haneke, starring Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Mühe, Arno Frisch, Frank Giering
Rated Not Rated

Funny Games is a psychological horror film, written and directed by Michael Haneke and released in 1997. It follows a family, Anne, Georg, and their son Georgie, on vacation in their summer house. Two young men, Paul and Peter, show up at the family's door and, after some strange behavior, take the family hostage. What follows is a terrifying game of psychological torture, as the men force the family to play a series of cruel games in order to stay alive. Throughout the movie, the audience is presented with both the external, physical actions of the mysterious men, as well as the internal struggles of the family against their own feelings of helplessness and despair. The movie raises important questions about the power of violence and media, as well as the role of the audience in our own lives. By the end of the movie, the family has been put through an unimaginable ordeal, and the audience is left to ponder the implications of the events that were presented.

From Park Chan-wook, starring Song Kang-ho, Shin Ha-kyun, Bae Doona, Ji-Eun Lim
Rated R

Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance follows the story of Ryu, a deaf-mute man who is searching for a kidney donor to save his dying sister. His search leads him to a black market organ ring where he trades his own kidney in exchange for a donor. Meanwhile, Ryu's former girlfriend, who is pregnant with his child, takes matters into her own hands to get revenge on a former boss who wronged her. However, when a series of events lead to tragedy, Ryu is forced to take justice into his own hands. In the end, Ryu finds justice, but at the cost of his own life.

From Clint Eastwood, starring Kevin Costner, Clint Eastwood, Laura Dern, T.J. Lowther
Rated PG-13

"A Perfect World" is a 1993 crime drama directed by Clint Eastwood, starring Kevin Costner and Clint Eastwood. The film follows escaped convict Butch Haynes (Costner) and his hostage, an eight-year-old boy (T.J. Lowther), as they travel across Texas in 1963. Pursued by a Texas Ranger (Eastwood) and the FBI, Butch and the boy form a unique bond as they make their way to freedom. Along the way, the two must face the consequences of their actions and the prejudices of a society that will not accept them.