The Captain
Der Hauptmann
“Follow the leader”
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Germany, 1945. Soldier Willi Herold, a deserter of the German army, stumbles into a uniform of Nazi captain abandoned during the last and desperate weeks of the Third Reich. Newly emboldened by the allure of a suit that he has stolen only to stay warm, Willi discovers that many Germans will follow the leader, whoever he is.
Cast
Max Hubacher
as Herold
Milan Peschel
as Freytag
Frederick Lau
as Kipinski
Alexander Fehling
as Junker
Britta Hammelstein
as Gerda
Waldemar Kobus
as Hansen
Sebastian Rudolph
as Corporal Paul
Marko Dyrlich
as Brockhoff
Alexander Hörbe
as Schnabel Wirt
Sascha Alexander Geršak
as Sichner
Blerim Destani
as Dahler-Kaufmann
Haymon Maria Buttinger
as Dr. Kremer
Eugenie Anselin
as Irmgard
Shannon Staller
as Jenny
Samuel Finzi
as Roger
Wolfram Koch
as Schneider
Bernd Hölscher
as Schütte
Annina Polivka
as Erika
David Scheller
as Claasen
Hendrik Arnst
as Weyher
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Stream The Captain online free in HD on CineFlixo. A well-rated war, drama, and history movie originally produced in Alemán and released in 2018, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 497 viewers worldwide.
About The Captain
“Follow the leader”
Germany, 1945. Soldier Willi Herold, a deserter of the German army, stumbles into a uniform of Nazi captain abandoned during the last and desperate weeks of the Third Reich. Newly emboldened by the allure of a suit that he has stolen only to stay warm, Willi discovers that many Germans will follow the leader, whoever he is. Running 118 minutes.
The Captain Cast and Characters
The cast features Max Hubacher (as Herold), Milan Peschel (as Freytag), Frederick Lau (as Kipinski), Alexander Fehling (as Junker), and Britta Hammelstein (as Gerda). Their performances are a major reason The Captain has built such a passionate audience.
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The Captain flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Alemán storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Captain
Where can I watch The Captain online for free?
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How long is The Captain?
The Captain runs for 118 minutes (about 2 hours).
Is The Captain good? What's the rating?
The Captain holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 497 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Captain?
The main cast includes Max Hubacher, Milan Peschel, Frederick Lau, and Alexander Fehling, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Captain available in Alemán?
Yes — The Captain was originally produced in Alemán and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Captain released?
The Captain was released in 2018.
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Where can I watch The Captain for free?
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What is The Captain about?
The Captain is a War/Drama film. Germany, 1945. Soldier Willi Herold, a deserter of the German army, stumbles into a uniform of Nazi captain abandoned during the last and desperate weeks of the Third Reich. Newly emboldened by the allure of a suit that he has stolen only to stay warm, Willi discovers that many Germans will follow the leader, whoever he is.
When was The Captain released?
The Captain was released on February 2, 2018. It has a runtime of 1h 58m. The film was produced by Filmgalerie 451.
Who stars in The Captain?
The Captain stars Max Hubacher, Milan Peschel, Frederick Lau and Alexander Fehling. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Captain available in HD?
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