Hostage (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Hostage is a drama and tv movie film directed by Peter Levin, running about 100 minutes. “Desperate...Alone...And Hunted” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After five hard years behind bars Bonnie Lee is still haunted by her past which hides a terrible secret and hunted by her father, a man desperate for revenge and a need to silence her forever... Alone on the run, she will do whatever it takes to survive and find the one person who can clear her name - her mother. She's a desperate woman on a desperate mission and the only person who can save her is the only person who cares... her Hostage .
Who’s in it. Hostage stars Carol Burnett as Martha, Carrie Hamilton as Bonnie Lee Hopkin, Leon Russom as Grady and Mike Anscombe as Newscaster, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hostage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hostage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hostage (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hostage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hostage?
- Hostage stars Carol Burnett, Carrie Hamilton, Leon Russom, Mike Anscombe and Barbara Barnes-Hopkins.
- When was Hostage released?
- Hostage was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.