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Ransom

6.719962h 1mMA 15+MovieActionThriller

When a rich man's son is kidnapped, he cooperates with the police at first but then tries a unique tactic against the criminals.

DirectorRon Howard
WritersRichard Price·Alexander Ignon
ProducersTodd Hallowell·Brian Grazer

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ron Howard

MGMel Gibson
Mel Gibson
Tom Mullen
RRRene Russo
Rene Russo
Katherine Mullen
GSGary Sinise
Gary Sinise
Det. Jimmy Shaker
DLDelroy Lindo
Delroy Lindo
Agent Lonnie Hawkins
LTLili Taylor
Lili Taylor
Maris
BNBrawley Nolte
Brawley Nolte
Sean Mullen
LSLiev Schreiber
Liev Schreiber
Clark Barnes
DWDonnie Wahlberg
Donnie Wahlberg
Cubby Barnes
EHEvan Handler
Evan Handler
Miles Roberts
NTNancy Ticotin
Nancy Ticotin
Agent Kimba Welch
MGMichael Gaston
Michael Gaston
Agent Jack Sickler
KMKevin Neil McCready
Kevin Neil McCready
Agent Paul Rhodes

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Ransom — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ransom?

Ransom is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Ransom on Netflix?

No, Ransom is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Ransom on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Ransom is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Ransom for free?

Ransom is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.