Captives (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1994, Captives is a thriller, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Angela Pope, running about 100 minutes. “How far will you go for love?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A beautiful young dentist working in a tough British prison starts to become attracted to a violent inmate after the break-up of her marriage, and embarks upon an illicit affair with him, with terrible consequences for all.
Who’s in it. Captives stars Julia Ormond as Rachel Clifford, Tim Roth as Philip Chaney, Colin Salmon as Towler and Keith Allen as Lenny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Captives has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Captives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Captives tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Captives (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Captives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Captives worth watching?
- Captives holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Captives?
- Captives stars Julia Ormond, Tim Roth, Colin Salmon, Keith Allen and Mark Strong.
- When was Captives released?
- Captives was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.