The Colditz Story poster

The Colditz Story (1955)

6.819551h 34mEN
WarDrama

Directed by Guy Hamilton

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

January 25, 1955

Director

Guy Hamilton

Overview

The Germans believed that no man could escape from Colditz Castle, set as it was in the heart of the Reich, 400 miles from any neutral frontier. This film, based on Pat Reid's epic novel, tells the story of how the British, French, Dutch and Polish prisoners of war who were incarcerated in Colditz s...

Cast

John Mills

John Mills

Pat Reid

Eric Portman

Eric Portman

Colonel Richmond

Frederick Valk

Frederick Valk

Kommandant

Denis Shaw

Denis Shaw

Priem

Lionel Jeffries

Lionel Jeffries

Harry Tyler

Christopher Rhodes

Christopher Rhodes

'Mac' McGill

Richard Wattis

Richard Wattis

Richard Gordon

Ian Carmichael

Ian Carmichael

Robin Cartwright

Bryan Forbes

Bryan Forbes

Jimmy Winslow

Theodore Bikel

Theodore Bikel

Vandy

Eugene Deckers

Eugene Deckers

La Tour

Anton Diffring

Anton Diffring

Hauptmann Fischer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Colditz Story (1955), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The Germans believed that no man could escape from Colditz Castle, set as it was in the heart of the Reich, 400 miles from any neutral frontier. This film, based on Pat Reid's epic novel, tells the story of how the British, French, Dutch and Polish prisoners of war who were incarcerated in Colditz set out to prove their captors wrong.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Colditz Story. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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