The Kidnap (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2010, The Kidnap is a comedy and adventure film directed by Yu Gu.
What it’s about. Lin was unknowingly casted as a body double for Nana (a diva under prolonged hospitalization) in order to dispel fears and to help revive Zhang Tiansheng's dying music company which signed Nana. Lin ran away after learning that she was only meant as a body double, only to be kidnapped by a garment factory owner (Wang Yitou) who mistook Lin for Nana. Wang's business was failing and he needed a famous singer to act as a spokesperson, by singing a song for his company in order to save his business. Hence, begins an intertwined story of mistaken identity, reconciliation with truth, hopes, trust, forgiveness and friendship.
Who’s in it. The Kidnap stars Wu Gang, Sun Xing, Jelly and Qu Ying, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Kidnap has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Kidnap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kidnap tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kidnap (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kidnap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kidnap worth watching?
- The Kidnap holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Kidnap?
- The Kidnap stars Wu Gang, Sun Xing, Jelly, Qu Ying and Yiqian Ye.
- When was The Kidnap released?
- The Kidnap was released in 2010.