The Captive
"The author of Don Quixote left an incredible story untold. His own."
Released just last year. The Captive is a drama/history film. directed by Alejandro Amenábar. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Julio Peña, Alessandro Borghi, and Miguel Rellán
Synopsis
In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 2025
4 months ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (17 votes)
Budget
$10.7M
Production budget
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Italy
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
- Budget
- $10,720,500
Production Companies
- Himenóptero
- Misent Producciones
- Propaganda Italia
- Mod Producciones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Captive about?
In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ...
Who directed The Captive?
The Captive was directed by Alejandro Amenábar.
How long is The Captive?
The Captive has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was The Captive released?
The Captive was released on September 12, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Captive?
The main cast of The Captive includes Julio Peña, Alessandro Borghi, Miguel Rellán, Fernando Tejero, Luis Callejo.