# Where to watch American Hostage (2016) in the UK

> American Hostage (2016) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Thriller, Crime, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T11:26:21.315Z)  

## Synopsis

American Hostage pulls back the curtains on a terrorist plot centered on a group of terrorists holding two American soldiers hostage on U.S. soil. They demand the release of all prisoners of Guantanamo Bay or they will kill the soldiers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=American%20Hostage)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=American%20Hostage&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=American%20Hostage&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=American%20Hostage+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=American%20Hostage)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=American%20Hostage&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=American%20Hostage&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=American%20Hostage+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch American Hostage in the UK?**

American Hostage (2016) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent American Hostage?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of American Hostage?**

Yes. American Hostage can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is American Hostage on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

American Hostage is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/407298/american-hostage-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tG5GRY5Rg6ggfEREmvz11byAFUI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/407298/american-hostage-2016.json

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