Colditz (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 1972, Colditz is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. Colditz is a British television series co-produced by the BBC and Universal Studios and screened between 1972 and 1974. The series deals with Allied prisoners of war imprisoned at the supposedly escape-proof Colditz Castle when designated Oflag IV-C during World War II, and their many attempts to escape captivity, as well as the relationships formed between the various nationalities and their German captors.
Who’s in it. Colditz stars David McCallum as Flt. Lt. Simon Carter, Bernard Hepton as Kommandant, Christopher Neame as Lt. Dick Player and Edward Hardwicke as Capt. Pat Grant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Colditz has been warmly received by audiences.
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 (1972)?
- 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 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Colditz?
- Colditz stars David McCallum, Bernard Hepton, Christopher Neame, Edward Hardwicke and Peter Penry-Jones.
- When was Colditz released?
- Colditz was released in 1972.