Movie Knight
Held Up

Synopsis

What should have been a romantic getaway turns into one hilarious debacle after another when Michael's woman dumps him in the desert where he gets carjacked by a teenager and he is taken hostage in a stickup at the local Sip and Zip.

Our family guide

Best from age 13
59
Movie Knight Score
68 reviews
  • 59 Audience · 68 · 100%

What begins as a romantic getaway quickly unravels for Michael when his girlfriend leaves him stranded in the desert. He then becomes embroiled in a chaotic series of events, including a carjacking and being taken hostage during a store robbery. This comedy explores his attempts to navigate these hilarious debacles.

Violence & peril
3/10
Language
4/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
3/10
Romance & sensuality
2/10
Scary moments
2/10

Heads up

  • Some comedic violence
  • Brief suggestive remarks
  • Occasional strong language

What it models well

  • Perseverance through adversity
  • Unexpected friendships
  • Finding humor in tough situations

Talk about it after

  • Dealing with disappointment
  • The concept of justice and fairness
  • Understanding different perspectives

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Held Up. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.

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Top billed cast

Director: Steve Rash • Crew: Erik Fleming, Jeff Eastin, Jeff Eastin

Trailers & clips

Held Up (1999) Official Trailer #1 - Jamie Foxx Movie HD

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Details

TMDB audience
5.9/10 (68)
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
IMDb
tt0165831