Held for Ransom
2019, Danish. Directed by Niels Arden Oplev.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Danish
- Rated
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Held for Ransom is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Niels Arden OplevDirector
- Esben SmedDaniel Rye
- Toby KebbellJames Foley
- Amir El-MasryJohn (Beatles)
- Sara Hjort DitlevsenSigne
- Charlie CarrickMichael Foley
- Anders W. BerthelsenArthur
- Fady ElsayedGeorge (Beatles)
- Rafael PetterssonWojceik
- Ardalan EsmailiMajeed
- Elizabeth MoynihanDiane Foley
- Rasmus BjergTue Berg
- Youssef BerouainRingo (Beatles)
Details
- Released
- 29 August 2019
- Original title
- Ser du månen, Daniel
- Country
- Denmark, Norway, Sweden
- Written by
- Anders Thomas Jensen
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What Held for Ransom is based on
Held for Ransom is adapted from a novel.
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Held for Ransom: quick answers
Is Held for Ransom worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 82 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Held for Ransom?
Held for Ransom runs 138 minutes (2h 18m).
Does Held for Ransom have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Held for Ransom. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Held for Ransom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Held for Ransom on?
Held for Ransom is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Held for Ransom?
If you liked Held for Ransom, try The Mauritanian, Breaking, Room.
Who directed Held for Ransom?
Held for Ransom (2019) was directed by Niels Arden Oplev and stars Esben Smed, Toby Kebbell, Amir El-Masry.
What is Held for Ransom based on?
Held for Ransom is adapted from a novel.