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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Chantal Akerman
ST
Sylvie Testud
Ariane
SM
Stanislas Merhar
Simon
OB
Olivia Bonamy
Andrée
LR
Liliane Rovère
Françoise, the maid
BB
Bérénice Bejo
Sarah
AC
Aurore Clément
Léa, the actress
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Anna Mouglalis
Isabelle
XM
Xavier Morange
Painter
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Françoise Bertin
The grandmother
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Vanessa Larré
Hélène
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Samuel Tasinaje
Levy
JB
Jean Borodine
The chauffeur
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The Captive — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Captive?
The Captive is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is The Captive on Netflix?
No, The Captive is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.
Is The Captive on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Captive isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BFI Player instead.
Where can I watch The Captive for free?
The Captive is available on BFI Player in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.