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Hostage (2005)

“Every second counts.”

6.4/10 · 1,823 votes 1h 53m r ActionThrillerCrime

#101 of 184 films from 2005 #1246 of 2168 in action

Directed by Florent-Emilio Siri · Written by Doug Richardson, Robert Crais

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Overview

When a mafia accountant is taken hostage on his beat, a police officer – wracked by guilt from a prior stint as a negotiator – must negotiate the standoff, even as his own family is held captive by the mob.

Cast

Bruce Willisas Jeff Talley
Ben Fosteras Mars Krupcheck
Jonathan Tuckeras Dennis Kelly
Jimmy Bennettas Tommy Smith
Michelle Hornas Jennifer Smith
Marshall Allmanas Kevin Kelly
Kevin Pollakas Walter Smith
Rumer Willisas Amanda Talley
Robert Knepperas Wil Bechler
Kim Coatesas The Watchman
Glenn Morshoweras Lt. Leifitz
Serena Scott Thomasas Jane Talley
Marjean Holdenas Carol Flores
Kathryn Joostenas Louise

Facts

Release dateMarch 9, 2005
Runtime113 min (1h 53m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$52,000,000
Box office$77,944,725 (1.5× budget)
IMDbtt0340163

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Questions

How long is Hostage?
Hostage runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Is Hostage worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 1,823 votes, which places it #101 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 46%) and #1246 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Hostage?
Hostage was directed by Florent-Emilio Siri.
Who stars in Hostage?
Bruce Willis as Jeff Talley; Ben Foster as Mars Krupcheck; Jonathan Tucker as Dennis Kelly; Jimmy Bennett as Tommy Smith; Michelle Horn as Jennifer Smith; Marshall Allman as Kevin Kelly.
What is Hostage rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Hostage?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8401.

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