# Where to watch Held for Ransom (2019) in the UK

> Held for Ransom (2019) is currently available to stream in the UK on Viaplay Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube, and MovieMe or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 138 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-12T23:04:57.417Z)  

## Synopsis

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.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Viaplay Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Held%20for%20Ransom&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Held%20for%20Ransom)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Held%20for%20Ransom&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Held%20for%20Ransom&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Held%20for%20Ransom)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Held%20for%20Ransom+film)
- [MovieMe](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/607528-ser-du-manen-daniel/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Held for Ransom in the UK?**

Held for Ransom (2019) is currently included in subscriptions to Viaplay Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Held for Ransom?**

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, Sky Store, YouTube, and MovieMe so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Held for Ransom?**

Yes. Held for Ransom can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Held for Ransom on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Held for Ransom is currently included with: Viaplay Amazon Channel.

**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/607528/held-for-ransom-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/uUmXSyhZzq3Yd5n6615mhfMgy6B.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/607528/held-for-ransom-2019.json

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