Captured (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1959, Captured is a war film directed by John Krish, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. Directed by cult British director John Krish, the film was sponsored by the Army Kinematograph Corporation. This tightly plotted drama shows British POWs enduring brainwashing and torture during the Korean War, thereby revealing what a soldier could expect if he was ever captured by enemy forces.
Who’s in it. Captured stars Wilfrid Brambell, Ray Brooks, Alan Dobie and Mark Eden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Captured has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Captured page.
If you liked it. Fans of Captured tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Captured (1959)?
- In GB, Captured is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Captured worth watching?
- Captured holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Captured?
- Captured stars Wilfrid Brambell, Ray Brooks, Alan Dobie, Mark Eden and Anthony Farrar-Hockley.
- When was Captured released?
- Captured was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.