

Trapped
“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.
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?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, WOW, Sky Go, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple 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
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
Karen

Courtney Love
Cheryl

Stuart Townsend
Will

Kevin Bacon
Hickey

Pruitt Taylor Vince
Marvin

Dakota Fanning
Abby Jennings

Steve Rankin
Hank Ferris

Garry Chalk
Agent Chalmers

Jodie Markell
Mary McDill
Matt Koby
Peter McDill

Gerry Becker
Dr. Stein

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.











