Captain Boycott (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1947, Captain Boycott is a drama and history film directed by Frank Launder, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on real events, this historical drama is set in 19th-century Ireland, when poverty-stricken tenants dispossessed by greedy landowner Capt. Boycott (Cecil Parker) band together to assert their rights. Patriotic farmer Hugh Davin (Stewart Granger) leads the rebels. Choosing nonviolent resistance, the villagers ostracize their nemesis, who squanders his fortune to repair his ruined reputation and wagers what's left on a horse race.
Who’s in it. Captain Boycott stars Stewart Granger as Hugh Davin, Kathleen Ryan as Anne Killain, Cecil Parker as Capt. Charles C. Boycott and Mervyn Johns as Watty Connell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Captain Boycott 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 Captain Boycott page.
If you liked it. Fans of Captain Boycott tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Captain Boycott (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Captain Boycott change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Captain Boycott worth watching?
- Captain Boycott holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Captain Boycott?
- Captain Boycott stars Stewart Granger, Kathleen Ryan, Cecil Parker, Mervyn Johns and Alastair Sim.
- When was Captain Boycott released?
- Captain Boycott was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.