The Captive (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film
Released in 1962, The Captive is a drama and crime film directed by Maurice Labro, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Two gun runners, Le Doc and Rougier, save and tend the only survivor of a plane crash into the Vietnamese jungle. When they realize the man named Hamelin is a renowned electronics engineer, they decide to keep him hostage and to release him in exchange for a high ransom. Things get complicated with the coming of Sylvie, Hamelin's wife in search of her missing husband. To make matters worse, Wong,a Chinese gang leader and former ally of the traffickers, turns against them and attacks them with his men.
Who’s in it. The Captive stars Jean Chevrier as Hamelin, Barbara Laage as Sylvie Hamelin, André Versini as Le Doc and Fivos Razi as Rougier, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Captive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Captive tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Captive (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Captive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Captive?
- The Captive stars Jean Chevrier, Barbara Laage, André Versini, Fivos Razi and Gib Grossac.
- When was The Captive released?
- The Captive was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.