Where to watch The Kidnapping of the President (1980) in the UK
The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 1 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The world's most powerful man in the hands of the world's most dangerous terrorist.
A South American quasi-revolutionary/guerilla/terrorist and a misled, admiring girl compatriot manage to kidnap the U.S. President during a diplomatic visit to Toronto.
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Kidnapping of the President on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Plex instead.
Amazon Prime Video
Yes — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Disney+
No — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Plex instead.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Kidnapping of the President.
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William ShatnerJerry O'Connor -
Hal HolbrookPresident Adam Scott -
Van JohnsonVice President Ethan Richards -
Ava GardnerBeth Richards -
Maury ChaykinHarvey Cannon -
Elizabeth ShepherdJoan Scott -
Miguel FernandesRoberto Assanti -
Cindy GirlingLinda Steiner
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The Kidnapping of the President — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Kidnapping of the President in the UK?
The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Kidnapping of the President?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Kidnapping of the President?
Yes. The Kidnapping of the President can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Kidnapping of the President on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is not currently on Netflix in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Plex instead.
Is The Kidnapping of the President on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Yes — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, included with a subscription. Availability is refreshed daily by ScreenSearch.
Is The Kidnapping of the President on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Kidnapping of the President (1980) is not currently on Disney+ in the UK. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Plex instead.
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