Ransom
1996, English. Directed by Ron Howard.
Someone is going to pay.
When a rich man's son is kidnapped, he cooperates with the police at first but then tries a unique tactic against the criminals.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 2,227 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Ron HowardDirector
- Mel GibsonTom Mullen
- Rene RussoKatherine Mullen
- Gary SiniseDet. Jimmy Shaker
- Delroy LindoAgent Lonnie Hawkins
- Lili TaylorMaris
- Brawley NolteSean Mullen
- Liev SchreiberClark Barnes
- Donnie WahlbergCubby Barnes
- Evan HandlerMiles Roberts
- Nancy TicotinAgent Kimba Welch
- Michael GastonAgent Jack Sickler
- Kevin Neil McCreadyAgent Paul Rhodes
Details
- Released
- 8 November 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Price, Alexander Ignon
- Budget
- $80M
- Box office
- $309M
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Ransom: quick answers
Is Ransom worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 2,227 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ransom?
Ransom runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Ransom have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ransom. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Ransom suitable for kids?
Ransom is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Ransom?
Ransom is streaming on YouTube TV, TNT, tru TV.
What movies are like Ransom?
If you liked Ransom, try Hostage, Inside Man: Most Wanted, The Way of the Gun.
Who directed Ransom?
Ransom (1996) was directed by Ron Howard and stars Mel Gibson, Rene Russo, Gary Sinise.