5 Movies Like Jumper –

Jumper is a 2008 science fiction action film directed by Doug Liman and loosely based on the novel by Steven Gould. The film stars Hayden Christensen as David Rice, a young man who discovers that he has the ability to “jump” or teleport to any location he can imagine.

The film also stars Rachel Bilson as David’s love interest, Millie, and Samuel L. Jackson as Roland Cox, a member of a secret organization dedicated to hunting and killing people with teleportation abilities.

The plot follows David as he tries to evade a group of “paladins,” a secret society that hunts jumpers, and reconnect with his estranged mother, who is also a jumper. Along the way, he must confront the moral implications of his powers and decide whether to use them for good or for selfish purposes.

And now, onto TFR’s Movies like Jumper!

TFR’s top 5 picks for movies like Jumper are as follows: The Lost Boys (1987), I Am Number Four (2011), The Tomorrow People (2013), Chronicle (2012) and Lucy (2014)

TFR Similar Movie #1: The Lost Boys

The Lost Boys (1987) is a supernatural black comedy horror film that was directed by Joel Schumacher and features stars Corey Haim, Jason Patric, Kiefer Sutherland and Corey Feldman. The film follows two brothers Michael (Jason Patric), and Sam (Corey Haim) as they move to a small town on the California coast and encounter the strange, supernatural world of vampires.

Shortly after moving, Sam meets a pair of kindred spirits in geeky comic-book nerds Edward (Corey Feldman) and Alan (Jamison Newlander). Michael soon falls for Star (Jami Gertz), who introduces him to David (Kiefer Sutherland), leader of a local gang of vampires. It’s up to Sam and his new friends to save Michael and Star from the young gang of the undead.

Movies like Jumper need to have teens with mysterious powers flitting about unrestrained and aided by plenty of CGI, and despite technically being a “Vampire Movie,” “The Lost Boys” may just be the granddaddy of this particular genre.

TFR Similar Movie #2: I Am Number Four

The movie I Am Number Four is a science fiction-action thriller based on a novel by Pittacus Lore. Directed by D.J. Caruso and released in 2011, it follows the story of John Smith and his journey of self-discovery as he discovers he is an alien from the planet Lorien. As the story unfolds, the alien teenager learns he had escaped his home planet to hide on Earth and use his unique powers to protect himself.

After his family’s planet was destroyed by an enemy race called the Mogadorians, they were forced to flee to Earth, where they assumed human form and hid among earthlings. As they near adulthood, they are hunted down one by one in order of their numerical birth order – John Smith being number four. As John attempts to evade capture and protect himself and those he loves, he discovers that within him lies extraordinary powers that will help him survive against the Mogadorians’ overwhelming power.

As in other movies like Jumper, we have a teen “blessed” with super-powers making his way in the normal world. I Am Number Four is a bit more serious than Jumper, but no less thrilling and engaging.

TFR Similar Movie #3: The Tomorrow People

The Tomorrow People (2013) is an American science fiction television series that aired on The CW. It follows a group of young people born with special abilities who are the next evolutionary step in human evolution. The show a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human.

The show featured a brilliant ensemble cast led by Robbie Amell, Peyton List, Aaron Yoo and Luke Mitchell. Their characters battle against various organizations such as Ultra – a secret underground organization that hunts down the Tomorrow People – while they try to protect their own kind and use their abilities for good. The show also explored important themes like identity, family dynamics and how society views those who are different.

The Tomorrow People gives you an entire series of teens dealing with special abilities enjoying the benefits and dealing with the obligatory challenges that come with the territory. Now for more Movies Like Jumper!

TFR Similar Movie #4: Chronicle

The movie Chronicle (2012) is a science fiction-action thriller directed by Josh Trank and stars Dane DeHaan in his breakthrough role as Andrew Detmer.

The film follows the story of three teenage friends who discover they have the power to re-live and alter moments in their past. The time travelers use their new-found power for personal gain at first, but soon realize it comes with serious consequences. In the process of trying to control their powers and deal with the chaos they create, they learn life-changing lessons about friendship, responsibility and loyalty.

Teens with special abilities again, as in movies like Jumper, but with a very unique and really interesting concept.

TFR Similar Movie #5: Lucy

This science fiction action film Lucy (2014) was directed by Luc Besson and stars Scarlett Johansson as the titular character. The movie tells the story of Lucy, who gains superhuman abilities due to an experimental drug. The film follows her journey on a mission to take down the antagonists who put her in this situation.

Lucy was praised for its creative use of computer-generated imagery and unique cinematography that combined elements from both Eastern and Western cultures. It also received several awards nominations including Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical, among many others.

In Lucy, as in other movies like Jumper, we follow young people with extraordinary powers as they try to save the world!

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