Extortion

Extortion

How much is your family worth?

R 2017 · 108 min · ★ 6.1 · Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Thriller

A doctor desperately tries to save his wife and their 5 year old son after their vacation in the Bahamas takes an unexpected turn.

Directed by Phil Volken · Written by Phil Volken

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Eion Bailey Kevin Riley
Bethany Joy Lenz Julie Riley
Mauricio Alemañy Andy Riley
Barkhad Abdi Miguel Kaba
Danny Glover Detective Constable Haagen
Tim Griffin Chief of Mission Sweeney
Jack Wallace Lucas
Jorge Cabrera Jorge
Elid M. Barrios Miguel's Wife
Genesis Castro Miguel's Older Daughter
Stephanie Baez Miguel's Younger Daughter
Marilinda Rivera Dr. Bethel

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