The Ransom (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1977, The Ransom is a thriller and crime film directed by Richard Compton, running about 90 minutes. “The demand is simple...$5,000,000 or the whole town dies!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Native American travels around a resort town, murdering cops and rich people with a high-powered crossbow, while demanding that the town's richest residents pay him money to stop the killings.
Who’s in it. The Ransom stars Oliver Reed as Nick McCormick, Deborah Raffin as Cindy Simmons, James Mitchum as Tracker and Stuart Whitman as William Whitaker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Ransom has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ransom page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ransom tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ransom (1977)?
- In US, The Ransom is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ransom worth watching?
- The Ransom holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ransom?
- The Ransom stars Oliver Reed, Deborah Raffin, James Mitchum, Stuart Whitman and John Ireland.
- When was The Ransom released?
- The Ransom was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.