The movie John Q, a drama centered around a father's struggle to get a heart transplant for his son, was released in theaters.
John Q's son, Michael, is diagnosed with a severe heart condition requiring an immediate heart transplant.
John Q's health insurance denies coverage for Michael's heart transplant surgery due to coverage limitations.
Desperate to save his son's life, John Q takes the emergency room hostage to force the hospital to perform the transplant.
Tense negotiations occur between John Q, police negotiators, and hospital staff to resolve the hostage crisis peacefully.
A donor heart becomes available, and hospital staff prepares for the transplant operation.
Michael undergoes successful heart transplant surgery.
John Q surrenders to authorities after ensuring his son's wellbeing post-transplant.
