Where to watch The Uppsala Kidnapping (2018) in the UK
The Uppsala Kidnapping (2018) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Uppsala Kidnapping.
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Poyan KarimiJosef Esfarander -
Peter ÅströmHenning Olausson -
Rasmus LuthanderSebastian Åhlund -
Shirin GolchinShirin Darvish -
Pierre DahlanderRolf Pettersson
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Ulf NybergKalle
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Gabriella BorisMarianne
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Gunilla PaulsenLena
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