Hostage – Watch the trailer for the new drama series starring Suranne Jones

Netflix has released the official trailer, exclusive new images and key art for its widely anticipated, high-stakes drama Hostage.

When the British Prime Minister’s husband is kidnapped and the visiting French President is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both?

The five-part series stars and is executive produced by Suranne Jones (Gentlemen Jack, Vigil, Doctor Foster), marking her first project with Netflix. It’s written by Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies, Treason). The series also stars Julie Delpy, Corey Mylchreest, Lucian Msamati, Ashley Thomas, James Cosmo, Martin McCann, and Jehnny Beth.

“I’m thrilled to be on Netflix, in something I’m really proud of,” Jones says. “It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. We’d talked about projects previously, but for me, it was about finding the right thing. Hostage was perfect — me and Matt together, backed up by this brilliant, supportive team. I loved it.”

Charman adds, “I’ve been dying to find the right story to tell with Suranne and I honestly believe what she’s done with this character is going to blow the Netflix audience away. An embattled British PM in the middle of a fight for her country and her family — she’s fierce, ruthless, and you can’t take your eyes off of her.”

HOSTAGE is a gripping political thriller, anchored by a powerhouse performance from Suranne Jones and is set to launch globally on August 21st.