The Prisoner
Originally released in 1955. The Prisoner is a drama film. directed by Peter Glenville.
Starring Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, and Wilfrid Lawson
Synopsis
A cardinal is arrested for treason against the state. He is a popular hero of his people, for his resistance against the Nazis during the war and his resistance when his country again fell to a totalitarian conqueror. In prison, his interrogator is determined to extract a confession of guilt, and thus destroy his power over his people.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 19, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alec Guinness
as The Cardinal
Jack Hawkins
as The Interrogator
Wilfrid Lawson
as The Jailer
Kenneth Griffith
as The Secretary
Jeanette Sterke
as The Girl
Ronald Lewis
as The Guard
Raymond Huntley
as The General
Mark Dignam
as The Governor
Gerard Heinz
as The Doctor
Percy Herbert
as Soldier (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Facet Productions
- London Independent Producers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Prisoner about?
A cardinal is arrested for treason against the state. He is a popular hero of his people, for his resistance against the Nazis during the war and his resistance when his country again fell to a tot...
Who directed The Prisoner?
The Prisoner was directed by Peter Glenville.
How long is The Prisoner?
The Prisoner has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Prisoner released?
The Prisoner was released on April 19, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Prisoner?
The main cast of The Prisoner includes Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Wilfrid Lawson, Kenneth Griffith, Jeanette Sterke.