John Q
Give a father no options and you leave him no choice.
John Quincy Archibald is a father and husband whose son is diagnosed with an enlarged heart and then finds out he cannot receive a transplant because HMO insurance will not cover it. Therefore, he decides to take a hospital full of patients hostage until the hospital puts his son's name on the donor's list.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: John Q
- Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime
- Release Date: 2002-02-15
- Runtime: 116 minutes
- Rating: 7.122/10 (2444 votes)
- Budget: $36,000,000
- Revenue: $102,244,770
- Production Companies: Evolution Entertainment, New Line Cinema, Burg/Koules Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 9.5882
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Denzel Washington
as John Quincy Archibald
James Woods
as Dr. Raymond Turner
Kimberly Elise
as Denise Archibald
Robert Duvall
as Lt. Frank Grimes
Shawn Hatosy
as Mitch Quigley
Eddie Griffin
as Lester Matthews
Kevin Connolly
as Steve Maguire
Ethan Suplee
as Guard Max Conlin
Ray Liotta
as Chief Gus Monroe
Anne Heche
as Rebecca Payne
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The Hospital is Under New Management
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Q?▼
John Q is a Drama, Thriller, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 2002-02-15.
Who are the main actors in John Q?▼
The main cast includes Denzel Washington, James Woods, Kimberly Elise, Robert Duvall, Shawn Hatosy, .
Where can I watch John Q online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if John Q is available.
Is John Q based on a true story?▼
Give a father no options and you leave him no choice.
What is the IMDb rating of John Q?▼
John Q has an IMDb rating of 7.122/10 based on 2444 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of John Q?▼
The movie had a production budget of $36,000,000 and earned $102,244,770 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for John Q?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Evolution Entertainment, New Line Cinema, Burg/Koules Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was John Q filmed?▼
John Q was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is John Q?▼
The total runtime of John Q is 116 minutes.
Is John Q suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to John Q?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to John Q.
Does John Q have a post-credit scene?▼
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