The Ordeal of Patty Hearst
1979, English. Directed by Paul Wendkos.
The most sensational kidnapping case of our time!
The story of the kidnapping of newspaper heiress Patty Hearst by members of a radical guerrilla organization, as seen by the FBI agent in charge of her case.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 4 March 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Adrian Spies
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How long is The Ordeal of Patty Hearst?
The Ordeal of Patty Hearst runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
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The Ordeal of Patty Hearst parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Ordeal of Patty Hearst is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Ordeal of Patty Hearst on?
The Ordeal of Patty Hearst isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 March 1979. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Ordeal of Patty Hearst?
If you liked The Ordeal of Patty Hearst, try Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story, Miss Marple: They Do It with Mirrors, Garage Sale Mystery: A Case Of Murder.
Who directed The Ordeal of Patty Hearst?
The Ordeal of Patty Hearst (1979) was directed by Paul Wendkos and stars Dennis Weaver, Lisa Eilbacher, David Haskell.