Captive
“He forced his way into her home. He threatened her child. He took her by force. He's a pathological criminal. So why does she feel guilty?”
Synopsis
Paul and Kathy Plunk buy a small motel in a lonesome mountain region in Oregon. Their newfound tranquility is broken by a pair of guests who turn out to be wanted criminals on run from the police. They need money, so they assault the Plunks, force them to withdraw all their money from the bank. But the nightmare just begins as they take the Plunks and their baby with them as hostages.
Top Cast
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Joanna Kerns
Kathy Plunk
Barry Bostwick
Paul Plunk
Chad Lowe
Jeff Frost
John Stamos
Robert Knotts
Don S. Davis
Deputy Mack
Patricia Charbonneau
Karen
Campbell Lane
Marv
Ted Stidder
Rudy Bruger
Florence Paterson
Hilda Bruger
Timothy Webber
Harry Jordon
Douglas Newell
Teller
Duncan Fraser
Nigel Crisp
Fred Diehl
Fred
Scott Swanson
Stu
LeRoy Schulz
Ed
Rick Poltaruk
Terry
Stephen E. Miller
Trooper
Laura Wallace-Rhodes
Crickett
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Tuchner
- Screenplay & Story
- Leonie Sandercock
- Original Score
- Steve Tyrell
- Original Title
- Captive
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Capital Cities, ABC, Ten-Four Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Tuchner
Leonie Sandercock
Steve Tyrell
Frank E. Johnson
Noel Rogers
Geoffrey Cowan, Julian Fowles
Department Leadership Roster
Betty Thomas Quee
Stunt Coordinator
Geoffrey Cowan
Producer
Frank E. Johnson
Director of Photography
Julian Fowles
Producer
Noel Rogers
Editor
Brent Thomas
Production Design
Steve Tyrell
Original Music Composer
Leonie Sandercock
Writer
Michael Tuchner
Director
Jori Woodman
Costume Design
Jacqueline Saint Anne
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Captive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Captive
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Captive about?
Paul and Kathy Plunk buy a small motel in a lonesome mountain region in Oregon. Their newfound tranquility is broken by a pair of guests who turn out to be wanted criminals on run from the police. They need money, so they assault the Plunks, force them to withdraw all their money from the bank. But the nightmare just begins as they take the Plunks and their baby with them as hostages.
Who directed Captive?
Captive was directed by Michael Tuchner.
Who stars in Captive?
The principal cast of Captive includes Joanna Kerns, Barry Bostwick, Chad Lowe, John Stamos, Don S. Davis.
When was Captive released and how long is it?
Captive was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Captive?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Captive was composed by Steve Tyrell.