John Q (2002)
Overview
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.
Where to watch John Q
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Starz, Starz Roku Premium Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Netflix | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky |
| Canada | Paramount Plus, Paramount+, Crave | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Netflix | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | Netflix | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | Netflix | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video | — |
| South Africa | Netflix | — | — |
| Germany | Netflix | Apple TV, Amazon Video, MagentaTV, maxdome +2 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, MagentaTV, maxdome +1 |
| France | Netflix | Apple TV, Canal VOD, Sooner, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Canal VOD, Sooner, Amazon Video |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists John Q in 72 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is John Q about?
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. John Q is a Drama, Thriller, Crime movie, released on 2002-02-15, runtime 116 minutes.
Is John Q worth watching?
TMDB users rate John Q 7.2 out of 10 from 2,780 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch John Q?
In the United States, John Q streams on Starz and Starz Roku Premium Channel and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Nick Cassavetes
Cast
- 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
- Laura Harring as Gina Palumbo
- Heather Wahlquist as Julie Bird
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Sources
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