

Where to watch
Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country
Hostage for a Day isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by John Candy
GW

George Wendt
Warren Kooey
JV

John Vernon
V.D. Regan
RD

Robin Duke
Elizabeth Kooey
PT
PJ Torokvei
Ronny
KL
Kathleen Laskey
Jackie
DL

Don Lake
Lieutenant Sneed
CG

Currie Graham
Hondo
JH

John Hemphill
Andre Petrovich
CT
Christopher Templeton
Diane St. Clair
WA

Walter Alza
Ramon
RB
Rick Bennett
Caretaker
VC
Vic Cummings
TV Anchor Paul
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Hostage for a Day — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Hostage for a Day?
Hostage for a Day isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is Hostage for a Day on Netflix?
No, Hostage for a Day is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.
Is Hostage for a Day on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Hostage for a Day isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.
Where can I watch Hostage for a Day for free?
Hostage for a Day isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.



















