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A Captive in the Land

5.619901h 36mPGMovieDramaAdventure

An American meteorologist attempts to rescue an injured Soviet airman. A killer storm soon maroons them both and the unlikely duo must learn to overcome their differences in order to survive the real life terrors of the Arctic.

DirectorJohn Berry
WritersLee Gold·John Berry

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Cast · Directed by John Berry

SWSam Waterston
Sam Waterston
Royce
APAleksandr Potapov
Aleksandr Potapov
Averyanov
KG
Keir Giles
Cook
VI
Victor Ignatyev
Chukchee

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A Captive in the Land — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Captive in the Land?

A Captive in the Land isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is A Captive in the Land on Netflix?

No, A Captive in the Land is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is A Captive in the Land on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Captive in the Land isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch A Captive in the Land for free?

A Captive in the Land isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for A Captive in the Land?

A Captive in the Land hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 25, 1990. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.