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Two Heads of State Face a Crisis in Hostage
Suranne Jones stars in the limited series. Watch now.
Aug. 21, 2025
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A state visit between countries is a lot to coordinate in the best of times — and for the cast of Hostage, these are not the best of times. You can watch the series now.
In the new series from star and executive producer Suranne Jones (Gentleman Jack, Doctor Foster), the French president’s visit to the United Kingdom is derailed by a kidnapping and blackmail scheme. Written by Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies, Treason), Hostage is a political thriller with a captivating performance from Jones at its center.
“I’m thrilled to be on Netflix, in something I’m really proud of,” Jones says. “It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. We’d talked about projects previously, but for me, it was about finding the right thing. Hostage was perfect — me and Matt together, backed up by this brilliant, supportive team. I loved it.”
Adds Charman, “I’ve been dying to find the right story to tell with Suranne and I honestly believe what she’s done with this character is going to blow the Netflix audience away. An embattled British PM in the middle of a fight for her country and her family — she’s fierce, ruthless, and you can’t take your eyes off of her.”
Read on for more information about Hostage, available to watch on Netflix now.
What is Hostage about?
When the British prime minister’s husband is kidnapped and the visiting French president is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both?
Can I see some photos from Hostage?
Yes. Check out Jones in action as the prime minister in the pics above.
Who’s in the cast of Hostage?
The cast of Hostage includes:
- Suranne Jones (Coronation Street, Scott & Bailey)
- Julie Delpy (The Before trilogy, the Three Colors trilogy)
- Corey Mylchreest (Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Sandman)
- Lucian Msamati (Conclave, Gangs of London)
- Ashley Thomas (Them, 24: Legacy)
- James Cosmo (Braveheart, Troy)
- Martin McCann (The Pacific, Say Nothing)
- Jehnny Beth (Anatomy of a Fall, An Impossible Love)
Can I watch a Hostage teaser trailer?
Yes! Watch as the British prime minister finds out her husband has been taken hostage in the teaser trailer up top. “They have weaponized my family,” Jones’ character says in the clip. “I will not be threatened. I will not negotiate. My loyalties are to this country. I will not allow it to be held to ransom.”
Can I watch the Hostage trailer?
Yes! Head here to watch it right now.
When will Hostage be on Netflix?
Watch Hostage on Netflix now.
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