Ransom!
“When that phone rings --”
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About
A wealthy business man stuns his wife and town with a televised response to his son's kidnappers.
Cast
Glenn Ford
as David G. 'Dave' Stannard
Donna Reed
as Edith Stannard
Leslie Nielsen
as Charlie Telfer
Juano Hernández
as Jesse Chapman aka Uncle Jesse
Robert Keith
as Police Chief Jim Backett
Richard Gaines
as Langly
Mabel Albertson
as Mrs. Partridge
Alexander Scourby
as Dr. Paul Y. Gorman
Lori March
as Elizabeth Stannard
Bobby Clark
as Andrew "Andy" Stannard
Robert Burton
as Sheriff Jake Kessing
Juanita Moore
as Shirley Lorraine
Ainslie Pryor
as Al Stannard
Olan Soule
as Bank Clerk
Charles Herbert
as Butchie Ritter
Art Lewis
as Newsman
Dick Rich
as Sgt. Wenzel
Peter Adams
as George Portalis (uncredited)
Paul Brinegar
as Bank Clerk (uncredited)
Jack Daly
as Sidewalk Onlooker (uncredited)
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About Ransom!
“When that phone rings --”
A wealthy business man stuns his wife and town with a televised response to his son's kidnappers. Running 109 minutes.
Ransom! Cast and Characters
The cast features Glenn Ford (as David G. 'Dave' Stannard), Donna Reed (as Edith Stannard), Leslie Nielsen (as Charlie Telfer), Juano Hernández (as Jesse Chapman aka Uncle Jesse), and Robert Keith (as Police Chief Jim Backett). Their performances are a major reason Ransom! has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Ransom! Online
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▶ Watch Ransom! NowWhy People Are Watching Ransom!
Ransom! flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ransom!
Where can I watch Ransom! online for free?
You can watch Ransom! online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Ransom!?
Ransom! runs for 109 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Ransom! good? What's the rating?
Ransom! holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 35 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Ransom!?
The main cast includes Glenn Ford, Donna Reed, Leslie Nielsen, and Juano Hernández, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Ransom! available in English?
Yes — Ransom! was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Ransom! released?
Ransom! was released in 1956.
Do I need an account to watch Ransom! on Bowood.TV?
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Where can I watch Ransom! for free?
You can watch Ransom! (1956) online for free on Bowood.TV. Just click "Watch Free" on this page to start streaming instantly — no account, subscription, or downloads required.
What is Ransom! about?
Ransom! is a Crime/Drama English-language film. A wealthy business man stuns his wife and town with a televised response to his son's kidnappers.
When was Ransom! released?
Ransom! was released on January 24, 1956. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Ransom!?
Ransom! stars Glenn Ford, Donna Reed, Leslie Nielsen and Juano Hernández. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Ransom! available in HD?
Yes, Ransom! is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.