Synopsis
The true story of the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III and the desperate attempt by his devoted mother Gail to convince his billionaire grandfather to pay the ransom. When Getty Sr. refuses, Gail attempts to sway him as her son’s captors become increasingly volatile and brutal. With her son’s life in the balance, Gail and Getty’s advisor become unlikely allies in the race against time that ultimately reveals the true and lasting value of love over money.
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Movie Details
| Production Budget: | $50,000,000 |
| Germany Releases: | February 16th, 2018 (Wide) |
| Video Release: | March 27th, 2018 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment |
| MPAA Rating: | R for language, some violence, disturbing images and brief drug content. (Rating bulletin 2507 (Cert #51284), 12/20/2017) |
| Running Time: | 132 minutes |
| Keywords: | Kidnap, Ransom, Dysfunctional Family, 1970s, Voiceover/Narration, Non-Chronological, True Crime, Biographical Drama, Crime |
| Source: | Based on Factual Book/Article |
| Genre: | Thriller/Suspense |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Dramatization |
| Production/Financing Companies: | Tri-Star Pictures, Imperative Entertainment, Scott Free Films, RedRum Films |
| Production Countries: | United Kingdom, United States |
| Languages: | English |