Where to watch The Colditz Story (1955) in the UK
The Colditz Story (1955) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4 Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and JustWatch TV or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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.
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Rent
Pay-per-view rental, typically 24–48 hours.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Colditz Story.
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John MillsPat Reid -
Eric PortmanColonel Richmond -
Frederick ValkKommandant -
Denis ShawPriem -
Lionel JeffriesHarry Tyler -
Christopher Rhodes'Mac' McGill -
Richard WattisRichard Gordon -
Ian CarmichaelRobin Cartwright
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The Colditz Story — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Colditz Story in the UK?
The Colditz Story (1955) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4 Plus in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Colditz Story?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Colditz Story?
Yes. The Colditz Story can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Colditz Story on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The Colditz Story is currently included with: Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4 Plus.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.
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