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Captive

5.620151h 37mMMovieCrimeDramaThriller

Based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to…

DirectorJerry Jameson
WriterBrian Bird
ProducersDavid Oyelowo·Lucas Akoskin

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jerry Jameson

KMKate Mara
Kate Mara
Ashley Smith
DODavid Oyelowo
David Oyelowo
Brian Nichols
MWMichael Kenneth Williams
Michael Kenneth Williams
Detective John Chestnut
MRMimi Rogers
Mimi Rogers
Kim Rogers
LVLeonor Varela
Leonor Varela
Sergeant Carmen Sandoval
EME. Roger Mitchell
E. Roger Mitchell
Sergeant Teasley
KOKevin J. O'Connor
Kevin J. O'Connor
FBI Agent
MLMatt Lowe
Matt Lowe
Randy
JOJessica Oyelowo
Jessica Oyelowo
Meredith MacKenzie
JTJ. Karen Thomas
J. Karen Thomas
Mrs. Nichols
ME
Melissa Eastwood
Drug Rehab Patient
MSMarlo Scheitler
Marlo Scheitler
Cheryl

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Captive — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Captive?

Captive isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Captive on Netflix?

No, Captive is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Captive on Amazon Prime Video?

Captive isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Captive for free?

Captive isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Captive based on a true story?

Yes — Captive is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).