Ransom
1974, English. Directed by Casper Wrede.
Hijackers. Kidnappers. Killers. Only one man can stop them.
Following a series of bomb attacks in London, a group of terrorists seize Britain's ambassador to Scandinavia. With the ambassador now a hostage in his residence, another group hijacks an airliner at the capital's airport, announcing that the passengers will not be freed until their demands are met. Colonel Nils Tahlvik, Scandinavia's resourceful and ruthless head of security, seeks to take an uncompromising stance against the terrorists yet his attempts meet resistance from unknown forces at every turn...
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Ransom is streaming on fuboTV in India.
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Cast & crew
- Casper WredeDirector
- Sean ConneryCol. Nils Tahlvik
- Ian McShaneRay Petrie
- Jeffry WickhamCapt. Frank Barnes
- Isabel DeanMrs Palmer
- Robert HarrisAmbassador Palmer
- James MaxwellBernhard
- Harry LandisLookout Pilot
- Alf MallandPolice Inspector
- Christopher EllisonPete
- William FoxFerris
- Colin ProckterMike
- Preston LockwoodBrigadier Hislop
Details
- Released
- 6 December 1974
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Paul Wheeler
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Ransom: quick answers
Is Ransom worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ransom?
Ransom runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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.
Ransom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ransom is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Ransom on?
Ransom is streaming on fuboTV in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ransom?
If you liked Ransom, try SAS: Red Notice, Seeking Justice, Nowhere to Run.
Who directed Ransom?
Ransom (1974) was directed by Casper Wrede and stars Sean Connery, Ian McShane, Jeffry Wickham.