The Kidnapping of the President
1980, English. Directed by George Mendeluk.
The world's most powerful man in the hands of the world's most dangerous terrorist.
A South American quasi-revolutionary/guerilla/terrorist and a misled, admiring girl compatriot manage to kidnap the U.S. President during a diplomatic visit to Toronto.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- George MendelukDirector
- William ShatnerJerry O'Connor
- Hal HolbrookPresident Adam Scott
- Van JohnsonVice President Ethan Richards
- Ava GardnerBeth Richards
- Maury ChaykinHarvey Cannon
- Elizabeth ShepherdJoan Scott
- Miguel FernandesRoberto Assanti
- Cindy GirlingLinda Steiner
- Michael J. ReynoldsMacKenzie
- Gary ReinekeDeitrich
- Murray WestgateArchie Standler
- Sully BoyarFBI Chief
Details
- Released
- 15 August 1980
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Richard Murphy
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How long is The Kidnapping of the President?
The Kidnapping of the President runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does The Kidnapping of the President have a post-credits scene?
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The Kidnapping of the President parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Kidnapping of the President is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Kidnapping of the President on?
The Kidnapping of the President isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Kidnapping of the President?
If you liked The Kidnapping of the President, try Land of the Blind, Barron's Cove, The Good Neighbor.
Who directed The Kidnapping of the President?
The Kidnapping of the President (1980) was directed by George Mendeluk and stars William Shatner, Hal Holbrook, Van Johnson.