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HELD FOR RANSOM tells the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye who was held hostage for 398 days in Syria by the terror organization ISIS along with several other foreign nationals including the American journalist, James Foley. The film follows Daniel’s struggle to survive in captivity, his friendship with James, and the nightmare of the Rye family back home in Denmark as they try to do everything in their power to save their son. At the center of this crisis, we find hostage negotiator, Arthur, who plays a pivotal role in securing Daniel’s release.
Held for Ransom is a 2019 drama based on the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye, who was held captive for 398 days in Syria by ISIS. The film chronicles his ordeal alongside fellow hostage American journalist James Foley, the emotional toll on Rye's family in Denmark, and the negotiator's efforts to secure his release. Now available to stream, it offers an unflinching look at modern hostage crisis and survival.
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Esben SmedDaniel Rye
Toby KebbellJames Foley
Amir El-MasryJohn (Beatles)
Sara Hjort DitlevsenSigne
Charlie CarrickMichael Foley
Anders W. BerthelsenArthur
Fady ElsayedGeorge (Beatles)
Rafael PetterssonWojceik
Ardalan EsmailiMajeed
Elizabeth MoynihanDiane Foley
Rasmus BjergTue Berg
Youssef BerouainRingo (Beatles)
Jens Jørn SpottagKjeld
Henrik BirchHenning
Sofia AsirAya
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398 DAYS: HOSTAGE Trailer [HD] Mongrel Media
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When was Held for Ransom released?
The film was released on August 29, 2019.
Is Held for Ransom based on a true story?
Yes, it tells the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye, who was held hostage for 398 days in Syria by ISIS beginning in 2013. He was eventually released in 2014.
What is Held for Ransom about?
The film follows Daniel Rye's experience in captivity, his friendship with American journalist James Foley, his family's desperate efforts to save him from Denmark, and a hostage negotiator named Arthur who plays a key role in his eventual release.
Where can I watch Held for Ransom?
Since the film was released in 2019, it is available on various streaming platforms and for purchase through digital retailers; check your preferred streaming service for current availability.
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