Colditz (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Series · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2005, Colditz is a drama and war & politics series.

What it’s about. During World War II, the Germans convert the castle of Colditz into an escape-proof prison where recidivist escapees are imprisoned under one roof. The most accomplished escape artists are gathered there, brave soldiers who view escape not only as a challenge but as a duty, in order to harass and irritate German forces as much as they can.

Who’s in it. Colditz stars Damian Lewis as Nicholas McGrade, Sophia Myles as Lizzie Carter, Tom Hardy as Jack Rose and Laurence Fox as Willis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Colditz 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 Colditz page.

If you liked it. Fans of Colditz tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Colditz (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Colditz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Colditz worth watching?
Colditz holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Colditz?
Colditz stars Damian Lewis, Sophia Myles, Tom Hardy, Laurence Fox and James Fox.
When was Colditz released?
Colditz was released in 2005.