The Hostage (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1967, The Hostage is a thriller film directed by Russ Doughten, running about 84 minutes. “An Outrageous Kidnapping ... and a town is gripped with FEAR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Hostage is a 1967 Crown International low-budget motion picture starring Don O'Kelly, James Almanzar and Joanne Brown, with Leland Brown, John Carradine, and Harry Dean Stanton. The plot centers on a young boy who becomes a hostage after he is accidentally closed inside a moving van.
Who’s in it. The Hostage stars Don Kelly as Bull (as Don O'Kelly), Harry Dean Stanton as Eddie (as Dean Stanton), John Carradine as Otis Lovelace and Danny Martins as Davey Cleaves, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Hostage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hostage page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hostage tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hostage (1967)?
- In GB, The Hostage is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hostage worth watching?
- The Hostage holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hostage?
- The Hostage stars Don Kelly, Harry Dean Stanton, John Carradine, Danny Martins and Ron Hagerthy.
- When was The Hostage released?
- The Hostage was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.