Hostage for a Day (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1994, Hostage for a Day is a comedy, fantasy and tv movie film directed by John Candy, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Warren Kooey is a man who's tired of his current life; a witch of a wife, a boss who complains about everything he does and looses his lifesavings (stolen by the wife). He has only one thing on his mind: Alaska
Who’s in it. Hostage for a Day stars George Wendt as Warren Kooey, John Vernon as V.D. Regan, Robin Duke as Elizabeth Kooey and PJ Torokvei as Ronny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Hostage for a Day has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hostage for a Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hostage for a Day tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hostage for a Day (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hostage for a Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hostage for a Day worth watching?
- Hostage for a Day holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hostage for a Day?
- Hostage for a Day stars George Wendt, John Vernon, Robin Duke, PJ Torokvei and Don Lake.
- When was Hostage for a Day released?
- Hostage for a Day was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.