Hostages (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1943, Hostages is a drama and war film directed by Frank Tuttle, running about 88 minutes. “Right out of Hitler's cracking Fortress Europe” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the mysterious disappearance of a German soldier from a Prague cafe, the staff and customers are held captive by the Nazis accused of murder and collusion with the Czech resistance.
Who’s in it. Hostages stars Luise Rainer as Milada Pressinger, Arturo de Córdova as Paul Breda, William Bendix as Underground leader and Paul Lukas as Reinhardt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hostages has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hostages page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hostages tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hostages (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hostages change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hostages worth watching?
- Hostages holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hostages?
- Hostages stars Luise Rainer, Arturo de Córdova, William Bendix, Paul Lukas and Katina Paxinou.
- When was Hostages released?
- Hostages was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.