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Flashpoint
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Flashpoint (2012)

7.8
TV_14

Flashpoint (2008) follows the story of a police protoganist leading an elite tactical team in Toronto, Canada. They are tasked with handling dangerous missions, such as hostage situations and sniper incidents, where lives hang in the balance. With their specialized skills and quick thinking, the team races against time to save lives and ensure justice is served.

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Money Heist
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Money Heist (2021)

8.2
TV_MA

Money Heist is a TV show that follows a group of criminals who come together under the guidance of a mastermind known as 'The Professor' to carry out an ambitious heist on the Royal Mint of Spain. As they attempt to print billions of euros, they must navigate through various challenges and cope with the personal and emotional aspects of their plan. The show explores themes of love, friendship, loyalty, and the lengths people are willing to go for money.

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Below the Surface
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Below the Surface (2019)

7.3

Below the Surface is a crime drama TV show that revolves around a hostage situation on a Baltic Island. A group of hijackers takes control of a subway train, trapping the passengers and demanding a ransom. The story follows a talented hostage negotiator as he tries to outsmart the hijackers and rescue the hostages. Set in Copenhagen, Denmark, the show provides an intense and suspenseful storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

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Ransom
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Ransom (2019)

6.6
TV_14

Ransom is a thrilling TV show that follows the life of Eric Beaumont, a top-notch crisis and hostage negotiator. As part of the Crisis Resolution team, Beaumont and his team take on the most challenging and dangerous situations, where they must outsmart criminals and save lives. With his unparalleled expertise and unconventional methods, Beaumont proves that nothing is impossible when it comes to negotiating with the bad guys.

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Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area
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Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area (2022)

5.8
TV_MA

A genius strategist and his talented crew composed of top-class thieves fighting an extraordinary variable and engaging in an unprecedented hostage play. %s The story portrays unexpected twists and turns as the crew stage a hostage while facing inexplicable challenges. All eyes are focused on the background and definition behind the title Joint Economic Area.

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Guiding Light
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Guiding Light (2009)

6.5
TV_14

Guiding Light is a drama-filled soap opera that follows the lives of the residents in a small town. The show explores various themes such as romance, social issues, scandals, and intrigue. It also delves into topics like marriage, divorce, custody battles, and murder. With its long run, Guiding Light has become an iconic television show that has captivated audiences for years.

The Kill Point
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The Kill Point (2007)

7.3
TV_MA

The Kill Point is a TV show about a group of bank robbers who end up in a hostage situation in Pittsburgh. The robbers, led by an Iraq War veteran, must outsmart the police and navigate their way through the tense standoff. The show explores themes of loyalty, desperation, and the effects of war.

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My Hero Academia: Two Heroes
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My Hero Academia: Two Heroes(2018)

7.3
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PG_13
96Minutes
Hancock
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Hancock(2008)

6.4
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R
92Minutes

John Hancock is an alcoholic superhero who causes millions of dollars in damage due to his constant intoxication. When he saves public relations spokesperson Ray Embrey's life, Ray offers to improve Hancock's public image. As Hancock's popularity rises, he discovers that his wife Mary also has superhuman powers. However, their past catches up to them, resulting in a battle that causes significant damage to downtown Los Angeles. Hancock and Mary must part ways to allow her to heal, and Hancock ends up in New York City. In the end, Hancock continues to protect others as a superhero.

Crisis
Tv Show

Crisis (2014)

7

Crisis (2014) is a TV show that explores the intense world of kidnappings and hostage situations. The story revolves around a secret service agent and an FBI agent who must work together to find a solution to a high-stakes crisis. As they navigate through conspiracy and danger, they uncover shocking secrets and face a criminal mastermind. The show delves into the complexities of relationships, power dynamics, and the lengths people are willing to go to protect their loved ones.

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Violent Night
Movie

Violent Night(2022)

6.7
tomato73%
R
111Minutes

An elite team of mercenaries breaks into a family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone hostage. However, they aren't prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus is on the grounds, and he's about to show why this Nick is no saint. Santa helps the family by fighting the mercenaries and using his knowledge of their naughty list. Meanwhile, the family's daughter, Trudy, sets up booby traps inspired by Home Alone. With Santa's brutal violence and Trudy's traps, they manage to take down the mercenaries and save the family. In the end, the family's belief in Santa is restored, and Santa continues on his mission to deliver gifts with his renewed love for Christmas.

Seven Samurai
Movie

Seven Samurai(1954)

8.6
tomato100%
NR
207Minutes

Farmers from a village exploited by bandits hire a veteran samurai for protection, who gathers six other samurai to join him. A gang of marauding bandits approaches a mountain village. The despairing villagers are divided about whether to surrender their harvest or fight back against the bandits. They decide to hire samurai to help defend the village. Kambei, a veteran samurai, recruits six other samurai and they prepare the village for the upcoming attack. As the battle commences, the samurai and villagers fight together to repel the bandits. Many sacrifices are made, but ultimately the bandits are defeated and the village is saved.

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The Day
Tv Show

The Day (2018)

8.3

In the TV show 'The Day', a high-stakes bank heist takes place in Flanders. As the robbers take hostages, a skilled negotiator gets involved to defuse the tense situation and bring the criminals to justice. The show explores the complexities of hostage negotiation and the dark underbelly of crime in a Nordic noir setting.

White House Down
Movie

White House Down(2013)

6.3
tomato51%
PG_13
131Minutes
Captain Phillips
Movie

Captain Phillips(2013)

7.8
tomato93%
PG_13
134Minutes

Captain Phillips is the true story of the hijacking of the U.S.-flagged MV Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates. Captain Richard Phillips must navigate through a dangerous hostage situation as he tries to protect his crew and ship from the pirates. The intense cat-and-mouse game between Captain Phillips and the pirates unfolds as they battle for control of the ship.

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Discover a curated collection of movies and TV series that revolve around gripping hostage situations. Explore thrilling narratives, intense suspense, and high-stakes drama as characters navigate the complexities of captivities, negotiations, and daring rescues. Immerse yourself in the tension and adrenaline with SimilarWatch's hand-picked selections.

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