Held for Ransom 2021

In Held for Ransom, Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye's 398-day ordeal as an ISIS captive becomes a test of wills and humanity. Amidst the horrors of war, he forms a bond with fellow hostage James Foley, while his family back in Denmark fights to bring him home. As tensions mount, a skilled negotiator must navigate the treacherous landscape to secure Daniel's freedom.

In Held for Ransom, Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye's 398-day ordeal as an ISIS captive becomes a test of wills and humanity. Amidst the horrors of war, he forms a bond with fellow hostage James Foley, while his family back in Denmark fights to bring him home. As tensions mount, a skilled negotiator must navigate the treacherous landscape to secure Daniel's freedom.

Does Held for Ransom have end credit scenes?

No!

Held for Ransom does not have end credit scenes.

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Metacritic

69

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Rotten Tomatoes
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100%

TOMATOMETER

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73%

User Score

IMDb

7.6 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

58

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User Score

Movie Insider

5.00/5

From 1 fan rating

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