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Captive (2015)

PG-13 · 2015-09-17 · 1h 37m · EN
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Faith. Redemption. Survival.

Based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to Rick Warren’s inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life, for guidance. In reading from the book, Ashley not only finds purpose in her own life, but helps Brian find a more peaceful resolution to a harrowing situation.

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Jerry JamesonDirector
Budget
$2M
Box office
$2.8M

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Top billed cast

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Kate MaraKate MaraAshley SmithDavid OyelowoDavid OyelowoBrian NicholsMichael Kenneth WilliamsMichael Kenneth WilliamsDetective John ChestnutMimi RogersMimi RogersKim RogersLeonor VarelaLeonor VarelaSergeant Carmen SandovalE. Roger MitchellE. Roger MitchellSergeant TeasleyKevin J. O'ConnorKevin J. O'ConnorFBI AgentMatt LoweMatt LoweRandyJessica OyelowoJessica OyelowoMeredith MacKenzieJ. Karen ThomasJ. Karen ThomasMrs. NicholsMelissa EastwoodMelissa EastwoodDrug Rehab PatientMarlo ScheitlerMarlo ScheitlerCheryl

Keywords

MurderDrugsBased on a true storySingle motherDrug addictionHostageDrug addictRecovering addictCar theftBased on true story

Movie DNA

Genre affinityThriller · Drama · CrimeTheme affinityMurder · Drugs · Based On A True StoryDialogue densityDramaDirector preference252379Actor preference38737 · 19264 · 36789Country preferenceUs

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Frequently asked questions about Captive

What is Captive about?

Based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to Rick Warren’s inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life, for guidance. In reading from the book, Ashley not only finds purpose in her own life, but helps Brian find a more peaceful resolution to a harrowing situation.

How long is Captive?

Captive has a runtime of 97 minutes.