Hostage (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1983, Hostage is a thriller and drama film directed by Frank Shields, running about 93 minutes. “A living nightmare” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in 1980's Australia, this is the true story of a woman whose husband eventually reveals to her that he is an active member of the Nazi party. A real nightmare begins for her.
Who’s in it. Hostage stars Kerry Mack as Christine Maresch, Ralph Schicha as Walter Maresch, Gabriella Barraket as Child and Judy Nunn as Mrs. Lewis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Hostage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. 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 Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hostage (1983)?
- In US, Hostage is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hostage worth watching?
- Hostage holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hostage?
- Hostage stars Kerry Mack, Ralph Schicha, Gabriella Barraket, Judy Nunn and Vic Robins.
- When was Hostage released?
- Hostage was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.