Hostage for a Day
1994, English. Directed by John Candy.
Harried suburban man Warren Kooey fakes a hostage situation in order to get the money he needs to escape his humdrum life.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 25 April 1994
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kari Hildebrand, PJ Torokvei, Robert David Crane
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Hostage for a Day runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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Hostage for a Day isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hostage for a Day?
If you liked Hostage for a Day, try Fun with Dick and Jane, Babes, How to Rob a Bank.
Who directed Hostage for a Day?
Hostage for a Day (1994) was directed by John Candy and stars George Wendt, John Vernon, Robin Duke.