The BEST episodes of Kidnap and Ransom season 1

Every episode of Kidnap and Ransom season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Kidnap and Ransom season 1!

When a businesswoman (Emma Fielding) is kidnapped in South Africa, expert hostage negotiator Dominic King (Trevor Eve) believes he’s dealing with a straightforward case – pay the money, get her back. But when the release is botched and they strike again in Britain, the kidnapper, Willard’s (John Hannah) motives become far more sinister. With trouble brewing at home with his wife Sophie (Natasha Little) and teenage daughter - and his team, boss Angela (Helen Baxendale) and ambitious assistant Carrie (Amara Karan) pushed to the limit, King must draw on all his reserves to bring the victims home alive.

Last Updated: 10/25/2024Network: ITV1Status: Ended
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Episode 1
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7.60
225 votes

#1 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/13/2011

When a businesswoman (Emma Fielding) is kidnapped in South Africa, expert hostage negotiator King believes he’s dealing with a straightforward case – pay the money, get her back. But when the release is botched and they strike again in Britain, the kidnapper, Willard’s (John Hannah) motives become far more sinister. With trouble brewing at home with his wife Sophie (Natasha Little) and teenage daughter - and his team, boss Angela (Helen Baxendale) and ambitious assistant Carrie (Amara Karan) pushed to the limit, King must draw on all his reserves to bring the victims home alive.

Directors: Andy Wilson
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Episode 2
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7.28
193 votes

#2 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/20/2011

With Naomi still a hostage, the stakes are raised as Dominic must deal with the mysterious Willard (John Hannah). After a lengthy negotiation she is released, but back in England Dominic's instinct to keep an eye on her is proved right when the kidnappers strike again.

Directors: Andy Wilson
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Episode 3
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7.11
134 votes

#3 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/27/2011

Recalled to help the Shaffers after Sally's abduction,King learns what the kidnappers are really after.Naomi's husband Philip has created a valuable new anti-obesity drug,worth millions and they want it. Bringing in the British police King goes for an exchange using a fake formula but Willard is ahead of him and Sally is not delivered until Philip has created the real thing.

Directors: Andy Wilson
Watch Now:Amazon