In the world of cinema, the protection of business interests often leads to high-octane action and suspense. This curated list of films showcases the lengths to which individuals and organizations will go to safeguard their enterprises from threats, both internal and external. Whether it's through corporate espionage, high-tech security, or sheer force, these movies provide a thrilling look into the world of business protection. Here are ten action-packed films that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Firm (1993)
Description: A young lawyer discovers his prestigious law firm is a front for the mob, leading him to protect his life and career from the firm's deadly secrets.
Fact: The film is based on John Grisham's best-selling novel of the same name.


The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)
Description: A schoolteacher with amnesia discovers she was once a deadly assassin, and must protect her new life and business from her past enemies.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Arnold Schwarzenegger, but the role was rewritten for Geena Davis.


The Jackal (1997)
Description: A professional assassin, known only as The Jackal, is hired to eliminate a high-profile target, leading to a global manhunt to protect a business magnate's life.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the 1973 French thriller "The Day of the Jackal."


The Replacement Killers (1998)
Description: A hitman, John Lee, decides to protect a forger and her son from his own organization, highlighting the personal stakes in business protection.
Fact: This was one of the first major Hollywood films for Chow Yun-fat.


The Bourne Identity (2002)
Description: Jason Bourne, an amnesiac assassin, must protect himself and uncover his past, which involves protecting a covert CIA operation that could impact global business interests.
Fact: The film's director, Doug Liman, initially wanted to cast Russell Crowe as Bourne.


The Transporter (2002)
Description: Frank Martin, a former Special Forces operative, becomes a "transporter" for hire, often tasked with protecting valuable cargo or individuals, demonstrating the importance of secure logistics in business.
Fact: The film's director, Louis Leterrier, was only 27 when he directed this movie.


The Sentinel (2006)
Description: A Secret Service agent must protect the President from an assassination plot, showcasing the ultimate form of business protection - safeguarding the nation's leader.
Fact: The film features real Secret Service agents as extras in some scenes.


The Mechanic (2011)
Description: Arthur Bishop, a master assassin, is hired to protect a wealthy businessman's empire from a rival company's aggressive takeover. The film showcases the art of assassination as a form of business protection.
Fact: Jason Statham's character, Arthur Bishop, was originally played by Charles Bronson in the 1972 film of the same name.


The International (2009)
Description: An Interpol agent and an American attorney team up to expose a powerful bank's criminal activities, highlighting the lengths to which financial institutions will go to protect their interests.
Fact: The film features an impressive 10-minute shootout sequence in the Guggenheim Museum, which was meticulously planned and executed.


The Accountant (2016)
Description: Christian Wolff, an autistic accountant with a secret life as a hitman, uses his skills to protect a robotics company from financial fraud, showcasing how accounting can be a form of business defense.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of an accountant who worked for organized crime.
