If high-stakes political thrillers are your thing, Hostage is the limited series you won’t want to miss. This intense Netflix drama drops you into a deadly power play between nations when the British Prime Minister’s husband is kidnapped, and at the same time, the visiting French President is blackmailed.
The two leaders are thrust into a dangerous game where trust is fragile, and betrayal could cost lives. As secrets unravel and alliances are tested, they must put aside their fierce rivalry to uncover the truth before it’s too late. Packed with suspense, emotional conflict, and smart political tension, Hostage is the kind of series that hooks you from episode one.
Mark the Date – Hostage Drops August 21 on Netflix
Hostage premieres on Wednesday, August 21, 2025, exclusively on Netflix. With just five tightly packed episodes, this limited series is perfect for a one-sitting binge or a slow, suspenseful burn. Whether you are into political thrillers or emotional drama with international stakes, Hostage is set to deliver both in full force.
Hostage will stream only on Netflix. To watch, you’ll need a Netflix subscription. The plans start at $7.99/month. Just log in on release day, search Hostage, and start watching.
Hostage Cast Breakdown – The Talent Behind the Chaos
The cast of Hostage brings serious intensity to every twist and turn. Led by a powerhouse lineup of international talent, these actors breathe life into a story where every decision could mean disaster.
- Tom Milligan as No. 10 Reporter
- Suranne Jones as Abigail Dalton
- Julie Delpy as Vivienne Toussaint
- Lucian Msamati as Kofi Adomako
- Corey Mylchreest as Matheo Lewis
- Ashley Thomas as Dr. Alex Anderson
- Martin McCann as John Shagan
- Isobel Akuwudike as Sylvie Anderson
- Hiftu Quasem as Ayesha
- Sophie Robertson as Saskia Morgan
- Pip Carter as Dan Ogilvy
- Josh Barrow as Tristan
- Ami Okumura Jones as Zadie
- Jehnny Beth as Adrienne Pelletier
- Paul Thornley as Michael Hall
- Sara Powell as Kathy Macintyre
- Fode Simbo as Simon Kingsley
- James Cosmo as Max Dalton
- Vincent Perez as Elias Vernier
- Mark Lewis Jones as General Livingston
- Gerald Kyd as Agent Thomas Mercer
- Helena Westerman as Agent Rachel Pearce
- Amita Suman as Dr. Maya Odari
- Flora Montgomery as Dr. Traci Lambert
- Sofian Francis as Burke
Hostage Trailer – A First Look at the Tense Drama
The trailer for Hostage jumps straight into the action. It opens with a sudden and shocking event, the British Prime Minister’s husband is kidnapped. Almost immediately, the French President receives a threatening call. The trailer makes it clear that someone is targeting both leaders, launching a fast-paced race to uncover who’s behind it and why.
From there, the trailer throws us into high-pressure moments, secret meetings, intelligence briefings, press chaos, and public scrutiny. We see the leaders struggle between doing what’s right and what’s politically safe. Every scene raises the stakes.
Suranne Jones brings intensity to her role as Prime Minister Abigail Dalton, torn between her role as a leader and her fear as a wife. Julie Delpy, as French President Vivienne Toussaint, keeps a calm and collected exterior, but the trailer hints that she’s hiding something big. Their dynamic feels like both a partnership and a rivalry, and that tension only adds to the suspense.
There’s a strong international vibe, with scenes jumping between London and Paris, showing how the crisis impacts two nations. The trailer also reveals a deeper plot, showcasing surveillance, betrayal, and political games unfolding behind closed doors.
The music builds steadily throughout, adding to the sense of urgency. By the end, you’re left with a mix of questions and chills. What do the kidnappers want? Who can these leaders really trust? And just how far will they go to protect their loved ones and their power? This trailer does what it should, it hooks you in and makes it impossible not to watch.
