The Captive
"Picturization of the Successful Play"
Originally released in 1915. The Captive is a war/drama film. directed by Cecil B. DeMille. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Blanche Sweet, House Peters, and Gerald Ward
Synopsis
During the Balkan Wars, Sonia is a young woman living in Montenegro and left to care for her younger brother Milos and the family farm while elder brother Marko goes off to battle. Unable to handle the daily tasks following her brother’s tragic death, help comes in the form of Mahmud Hassan, a captured Turk nobleman, now a prisoner of war. Tasked with helping Sonia, their initial frosty relationship soon melts into romance. As the war rages on Sonia, Mahmud and Milos will face near-insurmountable obstacles in their quest for a better life amidst the hell of war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 22, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Blanche Sweet
as Sonya Matinovich
House Peters
as Muhamud Hassan
Gerald Ward
as Milos Martinovich
Page Peters
as Marko Martinovitch
Jeanie Macpherson
as Milka
Theodore Roberts
as The burgomaster
William Elmer
as Turkish Officer
Marjorie Daw
as Peasant Girl
Tex Driscoll
as Soldier
Raymond Hatton
as Turkish Soldier
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Captive about?
During the Balkan Wars, Sonia is a young woman living in Montenegro and left to care for her younger brother Milos and the family farm while elder brother Marko goes off to battle. Unable to handle...
Who directed The Captive?
The Captive was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
How long is The Captive?
The Captive has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Captive released?
The Captive was released on April 22, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Captive?
The main cast of The Captive includes Blanche Sweet, House Peters, Gerald Ward, Page Peters, Jeanie Macpherson.