Hostage rescue movies are known for their intense action, high tension, and emotional stakes.
These films throw you into life-or-death situations where every second counts. Here are some must-watch hostage rescue thrillers, available across streaming platforms:
Tiger Zinda Hai (Amazon Prime Video): A former spy and an agent are sent to rescue nurses held hostage by terrorists in Iraq, delivering thrilling action and patriotism.
Faraaz (Netflix): Inspired by the 2016 Dhaka terrorist attack, this film highlights the courage of a young man during the hostage crisis.
The Negotiator (Amazon Prime Video): A police negotiator, framed for a crime, takes hostages to expose a conspiracy. A tense battle of wits ensues with another skilled negotiator.
6 Days (Netflix): Based on the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege, it shows the tense rescue operation and the role of British SAS soldiers.
Firewall (Amazon Prime Video): A family is held hostage, forcing a top bank security expert to hack into the system to save them from criminals demanding millions.
Executive Decision (YouTube): A mid-air hijacking turns into a high-stakes mission to stop terrorists from unleashing nerve gas on Washington, D.C.
Inside Man (ZEE5): A bank robbery turns into a hostage situation with a master thief and a negotiator caught in a battle of wits and strategy.