The Captive
The author of Don Quixote left an incredible story untold. His own.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: El cautivo
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 2025-09-12
- Runtime: 134 minutes
- Rating: 7.583/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $10,720,500
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Himenóptero, Misent Producciones, Propaganda Italia, Mod Producciones
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 7.1399
- Languages: Arabic, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Julio Peña
as Miguel
Alessandro Borghi
as Hasán Bajá
Miguel Rellán
as Antonio de Sosa
Fernando Tejero
as Blanco de Paz
Luis Callejo
as Dorador
José Manuel Poga
as Diego Castañeda
Roberto Álamo
as Abderramán
Albert Salazar
as Beltrán
Juanma Muniagurria
as Aguilar
César Saratxu
as Friar Juan Gil
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Captive?▼
The Captive is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 2025-09-12.
Who are the main actors in The Captive?▼
The main cast includes Julio Peña, Alessandro Borghi, Miguel Rellán, Fernando Tejero, Luis Callejo, .
Where can I watch The Captive online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Captive is available.
Is The Captive based on a true story?▼
The author of Don Quixote left an incredible story untold. His own.
What is the IMDb rating of The Captive?▼
The Captive has an IMDb rating of 7.583/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Captive?▼
The movie had a production budget of $10,720,500 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Captive?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Himenóptero, Misent Producciones, Propaganda Italia, Mod Producciones. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Captive filmed?▼
The Captive was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Captive?▼
The total runtime of The Captive is 134 minutes.
Is The Captive suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Captive?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Captive.
Does The Captive have a post-credit scene?▼
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