Hostages
“They escaped the explosion but not the algorithm.”
Synopsis
After a terrifying London hotel explosion, three strangers hide together in a room, navigating a chaotic hostage situation that satirizes the 24-hour news cycle, self-proclaimed experts, and society’s obsession with social media over human life.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-11-25
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
Manchester Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Owen
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Owen
- Original Score
- James Righton
- Original Title
- Hostages
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Owen
Jim Owen
James Righton
Pete Rowe
Ben Gallop
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Owen
Director
Jim Owen
Writer
Ben Gallop
Producer
Pete Rowe
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hostages.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Hostages.
MNR
Movie List - Trakt
Latest On VOD
Movie Mixtures
More Like Hostages
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hostages
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hostages about?
After a terrifying London hotel explosion, three strangers hide together in a room, navigating a chaotic hostage situation that satirizes the 24-hour news cycle, self-proclaimed experts, and society’s obsession with social media over human life.
Who directed Hostages?
Hostages was directed by Jim Owen.
Who stars in Hostages?
The principal cast of Hostages includes Charlotte Ritchie, Tanya Moodie, Nicholas Asbury, Raj Ghatak, Luke McQueen.
When was Hostages released and how long is it?
Hostages was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Hostages?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hostages was composed by James Righton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hostages?
Hostages holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).