Kidnapped (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 1960, Kidnapped is an action, drama, adventure and family film directed by Robert Stevenson, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Kidnapped and cheated out of his inheritance, young David Balfour falls in with a Jacobite adventurer, Alan Breck Stewart. Falsely accused of murder, they must flee across the Highlands, evading the redcoats.

Who’s in it. Kidnapped stars Peter Finch as Alan Breck Stewart, James MacArthur as David Balfour, Bernard Lee as Captain Hoseason and John Laurie as Ebenezer Balfour, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Kidnapped has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kidnapped page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kidnapped tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kidnapped (1960)?
In US, Kidnapped is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Kidnapped worth watching?
Kidnapped holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kidnapped?
Kidnapped stars Peter Finch, James MacArthur, Bernard Lee, John Laurie and Niall MacGinnis.
When was Kidnapped released?
Kidnapped was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.