Proof of Life
“For her, it's personal. For him, it's a contract.”
When Peter Bowman, an American engineer working in a South American country, is captured by anti-government forces, the rebels learn his identity and demand $5 million for his safe return. However, his US employer is on the verge of insolvency and will not provide the ransom. Peter's wife Alice is forced to deal with the matter on her own and she retains the services of freelance professional hostage negotiator Terry Thorne.
Where to watch Proof of Life in United States
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Where is Proof of Life streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Allstars Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV |
| Brazil | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| Japan | HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Proof of Life
Proof of Life is a 2000 English-language thriller, action and drama film directed by Taylor Hackford. The cast is led by Meg Ryan, Russell Crowe, David Morse. It has a runtime of 2h 15m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 900 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Proof of Life was produced by Castle Rock Entertainment, Bel Air Entertainment, and Anvil Films and made in United States of America and Ecuador. It was released on December 8, 2000, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $65 million, it went on to gross $63 million worldwide.
- Director
- Taylor Hackford
- Writers
- Tony Gilroy
- Release date
- December 8, 2000
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America, Ecuador
- Budget
- $65 million
- Box office
- $63 million
- Production
- Castle Rock Entertainment, Bel Air Entertainment, Anvil Films
Proof of Life cast & crew
Proof of Life was directed by Taylor Hackford and written by Tony Gilroy.
The cast features Meg Ryan as Alice Bowman, Russell Crowe as Terry Thorne, David Morse as Peter Bowman, Pamela Reed as Janis Goodman, David Caruso as Dino, and Anthony Heald as Ted Fellner.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Danny Elfman, cinematography is by Sławomir Idziak, and it was produced by Taylor Hackford and Charles Mulvehill.
Is Proof of Life worth watching?
Proof of Life holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 870 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.
At 2h 15m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy thriller, action, and drama, Proof of Life is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Proof of Life
Proof of Life isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Proof of Life
Meg Ryan
Alice Bowman
Russell Crowe
Terry Thorne
David Morse
Peter Bowman
Pamela Reed
Janis Goodman
David Caruso
Dino
Anthony Heald
Ted Fellner
Stanley Anderson
Jerry
Gottfried John
Eric Kessler
Alun Armstrong
Wyatt
Michael Kitchen
Ian Havery
Margo Martindale
Ivy
Mario Ernesto Sánchez
Arturo Fernandez
Proof of Life — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Proof of Life in United States?
Proof of Life is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Proof of Life in?
Proof of Life is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Proof of Life?
Proof of Life runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
▸What is Proof of Life rated?
Proof of Life is rated R. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 870 ratings.
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