Hostile Takeover (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1988, Hostile Takeover is a crime and horror film directed by George Mihalka, running about 93 minutes. “A man on the edge has nothing to lose.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man takes three co-workers hostage while working overtime on Thanksgiving weekend. He has no demands.
Who’s in it. Hostile Takeover stars David Warner as Eugene Brackin, Michael Ironside as Larry Gaylord, Kate Vernon as Sally and Jayne Eastwood as Joan Talmage, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Hostile Takeover has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hostile Takeover page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hostile Takeover tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hostile Takeover (1988)?
- In US, Hostile Takeover is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hostile Takeover worth watching?
- Hostile Takeover holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hostile Takeover?
- Hostile Takeover stars David Warner, Michael Ironside, Kate Vernon, Jayne Eastwood and Will Lyman.
- When was Hostile Takeover released?
- Hostile Takeover was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.