Hostage for a Day(1994)
Synopsis
Harried suburban man Warren Kooey fakes a hostage situation in order to get the money he needs to escape his humdrum life.
Directed by John Candy
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Cast
George Wendt
Warren Kooey
John Vernon
V.D. Regan
Robin Duke
Elizabeth Kooey
PJ Torokvei
Ronny
Kathleen Laskey
Jackie
Don Lake
Lieutenant Sneed
Currie Graham
Hondo
John Hemphill
Andre Petrovich
Christopher Templeton
Diane St. Clair
Walter Alza
Ramon
Rick Bennett
Caretaker
Vic Cummings
TV Anchor Paul
Monika Deol
Monica Etheridge
Jack Duffy
SWAT #3
Peter Ferri
Derelict Madman
Dan Gallagher
Security Patrolman
Kathryn Greenwood
SWAT #1
Jennie Lévesque
Girl Diane
Hostage for a Day — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Hostage for a Day?+
Hostage for a Day is available to stream on Hoopla, The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Hostage for a Day come out?+
Hostage for a Day was released in 1994.
How long is Hostage for a Day?+
Hostage for a Day runs for 95 minutes (1 hour and 35 minutes).
Who directed Hostage for a Day?+
Hostage for a Day was directed by John Candy.
Who stars in Hostage for a Day?+
Hostage for a Day stars George Wendt, John Vernon, Robin Duke, PJ Torokvei and Kathleen Laskey.
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