Why it may be worth watching
- A Hijacking combines Thriller and Drama elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Pilou Asbæk, Søren Malling, Dar Salim.
- Viewers currently rate it 6.8/10 from 309 votes.
Movie
A Hijacking
Tensions are high after a Danish freighter is captured and held for ransom by Somali pirates, leading to weeks of high-stakes negotiations – and an escalating potential for explosive violence.
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Cast
Pilou AsbækMikkel Hartmann
Søren MallingPeter C. Ludvigsen
Dar SalimLars Vestergaard
Roland MøllerJan Sørensen
Gary Skjoldmose PorterConnor Julian
Abdihakin AsgarOmar
Amalie Ihle AlstrupMaria Hartmann
Amalie Vulff AndersenKamilla Hartmann
Linda LaursenAnette Ludvigsen
Keith PearsonKaptajn
Allan ArnbyNiels Giversen
Bettina SchjerlundJytte
Derrick DharmakanSømand
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Who may enjoy it
Best suited to viewers looking for Thriller, Drama.
Content notes
A regional age classification is not currently listed. Metadata signals include violence or peril. Ratings vary by country; use this as a quick screening note rather than a complete parental guide.
Themes and topics
denmarkpsychologyhijackingmurderpiratecargo shipnegotiationfax
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Reviews
amnesiac84External review ·
A european version of Captain Phillips: less action, yet a more thoughtful story and screenplay. Another great Danish movie.
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