A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.
| Release Date | August 24, 2018 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Uppsalakidnappningen | |
| Runtime | 1h 28min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | Swedish | |
| Original Language | Swedish | |
| Production Countries | Sweden | |
| Production Companies | Anders Skog FilmsDrama Svecia | |