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The Captive

6.620252h 14mMovieDramaHistory

In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.

DirectorAlejandro Amenábar
WriterAlejandro Amenábar
ProducersFernando Bovaira·Alejandro Amenábar

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 34 other countries

The Captive isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Andorra, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas and 30 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Alejandro Amenábar

JPJulio Peña
Julio Peña
Miguel
ABAlessandro Borghi
Alessandro Borghi
Hasán Bajá
MRMiguel Rellán
Miguel Rellán
Antonio de Sosa
FTFernando Tejero
Fernando Tejero
Blanco de Paz
LCLuis Callejo
Luis Callejo
Dorador
JPJosé Manuel Poga
José Manuel Poga
Diego Castañeda
RÁRoberto Álamo
Roberto Álamo
Abderramán
ASAlbert Salazar
Albert Salazar
Beltrán
JMJuanma Muniagurria
Juanma Muniagurria
Aguilar
CSCésar Saratxu
César Saratxu
Friar Juan Gil
JAJorge Asín
Jorge Asín
Friar Antón
MSMohamed Said
Mohamed Said
Guard Muley

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The Captive — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Captive?

The Captive isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Andorra, Antigua & Barbuda and Argentina and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Captive on Netflix?

No, The Captive is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is The Captive on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Captive isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Captive for free?

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

Is The Captive based on a true story?

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