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Held for Ransom

7.1(77)20192h 18m
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Where to watch Held for Ransom in Mexico

Held for Ransom is streaming on Adrenalina Pura Amazon channel and Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel in Mexico, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 4 June 2026.

About Held for Ransom

Held for Ransom is a 2019 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Niels Arden Oplev, starring Esben Smed, Toby Kebbell and Amir El-Masry. It has a runtime of 2 hours 18 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 77 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Held for Ransom in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

HELD FOR RANSOM tells the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye who was held hostage for 398 days in Syria by the terror organization ISIS along with several other foreign nationals including the American journalist, James Foley. The film follows Daniel’s struggle to survive in captivity, his friendship with James, and the nightmare of the Rye family back home in Denmark as they try to do everything in their power to save their son. At the center of this crisis, we find hostage negotiator, Arthur, who plays a pivotal role in securing Daniel’s release.

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Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookaffectationbased on true storyhostage-takingterrorismhostage situationhostage negotiatorsyriaangryaggressivecandiddesperateislamismanxiousabsurd

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Held for Ransom in Mexico?+

In Mexico, you can stream Held for Ransom on Adrenalina Pura Amazon channel and Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Held for Ransom on Netflix?+

Held for Ransom is not on Netflix in Mexico right now, but you can stream it on Adrenalina Pura Amazon channel and Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel.

How long is Held for Ransom?+

Held for Ransom has a runtime of 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).

Who stars in Held for Ransom?+

Held for Ransom stars Esben Smed, Toby Kebbell, Amir El-Masry, Sara Hjort Ditlevsen and Charlie Carrick.

When did Held for Ransom come out?+

Held for Ransom is a 2019 movie directed by Niels Arden Oplev.

What genre is Held for Ransom?+

Held for Ransom is Drama film.

Who directed Held for Ransom?+

Held for Ransom was directed by Niels Arden Oplev.

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