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Trapped

2002·Movie·R·106 min·6.2(622)

It was the perfect plan until she refused to be the perfect victim!

When their daughter is abducted by experienced kidnappers, the Jennings turn the tables on their seemingly fool-proof plan.

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Where to watch Trapped in United States

Click a service to open Trapped there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Trapped streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesCriterion ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaApple TV Store
United KingdomApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaCriterion ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
GermanyAmazon Prime Video, WOW, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
BrazilHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies

About Trapped

Trapped is a 2002 English-language thriller and crime film directed by Luis Mandoki. The cast is led by Charlize Theron, Courtney Love, Stuart Townsend. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.

Trapped was produced by Senator Film, Propaganda Films, and Columbia Pictures and made in Germany and United States of America. It was released on September 20, 2002, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $30 million, it went on to gross $13 million worldwide.

Director
Luis Mandoki
Writers
Greg Iles
Release date
September 20, 2002
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Germany, United States of America
Budget
$30 million
Box office
$13 million
Production
Senator Film, Propaganda Films, Columbia Pictures
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Trapped cast & crew

Trapped was directed by Luis Mandoki and written by Greg Iles.

The cast features Charlize Theron as Karen, Courtney Love as Cheryl, Stuart Townsend as Will, Kevin Bacon as Hickey, Pruitt Taylor Vince as Marvin, and Dakota Fanning as Abby Jennings.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Ottman, cinematography is by Piotr Sobociński, and it was produced by Mark Canton and Rick Hess.

Is Trapped worth watching?

Trapped holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 622 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.

At 1h 46m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy thriller and crime, Trapped is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Trapped

In United States, you can stream Trapped on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Trapped

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron

Karen

Courtney Love

Courtney Love

Cheryl

Stuart Townsend

Stuart Townsend

Will

Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon

Hickey

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Marvin

Dakota Fanning

Dakota Fanning

Abby Jennings

Steve Rankin

Steve Rankin

Hank Ferris

Garry Chalk

Garry Chalk

Agent Chalmers

Jodie Markell

Jodie Markell

Mary McDill

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Matt Koby

Peter McDill

Gerry Becker

Gerry Becker

Dr. Stein

Andrew Airlie

Andrew Airlie

Holden

Trapped — FAQs

Where can I watch Trapped in United States?

Trapped is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.

Is Trapped on Criterion Channel?

Yes — Trapped is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.

What language is Trapped in?

Trapped is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Trapped?

Trapped runs 1 hours 46 minutes (106 minutes).

What is Trapped rated?

Trapped is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 622 ratings.

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