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The Colditz Story

6.819551h 34mUMovieWarDrama

The Germans believed that no man could escape from Colditz Castle, set as it was in the heart of the Reich, 400 miles from any neutral frontier. This film, based on Pat Reid's epic novel, tells the story of how the British, French, Dutch…

DirectorGuy Hamilton
WritersGuy Hamilton·Ivan Foxwell
ProducerIvan Foxwell

Where to watch

STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV ChannelSTUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV ChannelStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelChannel 4 PlusChannel 4 Plus
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Cast · Directed by Guy Hamilton

JMJohn Mills
John Mills
Pat Reid
EPEric Portman
Eric Portman
Colonel Richmond
FVFrederick Valk
Frederick Valk
Kommandant
DSDenis Shaw
Denis Shaw
Priem
LJLionel Jeffries
Lionel Jeffries
Harry Tyler
CRChristopher Rhodes
Christopher Rhodes
'Mac' McGill
RWRichard Wattis
Richard Wattis
Richard Gordon
ICIan Carmichael
Ian Carmichael
Robin Cartwright
BFBryan Forbes
Bryan Forbes
Jimmy Winslow
TBTheodore Bikel
Theodore Bikel
Vandy
EDEugene Deckers
Eugene Deckers
La Tour
ADAnton Diffring
Anton Diffring
Hauptmann Fischer

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The Colditz Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Colditz Story?

The Colditz Story is streaming on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS, Studiocanal Presents and Channel 4 Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Colditz Story on Netflix?

No, The Colditz Story is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents.

Is The Colditz Story on Amazon Prime Video?

The Colditz Story isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Colditz Story for free?

The Colditz Story is available on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.