Under Siege (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1986, Under Siege is a thriller and tv movie film directed by Roger Young, running about 136 minutes.
What it’s about. Terrorists launch an attack against the USA. Their first strike is by a suicide squad that detonates a truckload of explosives at an army base in Washington DC. FBI probes indicate that the attack is by Arab terrorists led by Iranians. Subsequent attacks are via airplanes exploded in mid-air, crowded restaurants, and an attack on a mall. Administration cabinet heads push the President to retaliate. The director of the FBI believes that there may be more to the story than the investigation has revealed and the Secretary of Defense is the only other person urging caution.
Who’s in it. Under Siege stars Peter Strauss as John Garry, Mason Adams as Geoffrey Wiggins, Lew Ayres as John Pace and George Grizzard as Warren Richards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Under Siege has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Under Siege page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under Siege tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under Siege (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under Siege change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under Siege worth watching?
- Under Siege holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Under Siege?
- Under Siege stars Peter Strauss, Mason Adams, Lew Ayres, George Grizzard and Hal Holbrook.
- When was Under Siege released?
- Under Siege was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.