Movie

Prisoner of Rio

“Britain's most wanted man is back.”

★ 8.0(2)19881h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Lech Majewski
Release date: 1988-01-01
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Brazil
Studio: Samba Corporation

About Prisoner of Rio

Prisoner of Rio is a 1988 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Lech Majewski, starring Steven Berkoff, Paul Freeman and Peter Firth. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Prisoner of Rio in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The story of the great train robber Ronald Biggs.

Cast

Steven Berkoff

Jack McFarland

Paul Freeman

Ronald Biggs

Peter Firth

Clive Ingram

Florinda Bolkan

Stella

Desmond Llewelyn

Commissioner Ingram

José Wilker

Salo

Zezé Motta

Rita

Breno Moroni

Gil

Ronald Biggs

Mickey

Dennis Bourke

Reporter at Phonebooth

Wilza Carla

Woman in red

Claudia Cepeda

Girl in Car

Themes & keywords

rio de janeiroexilebiographyprison escapefugitivetrain robbery1960s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Prisoner of Rio in Japan?+

Prisoner of Rio is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Prisoner of Rio on Netflix?+

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How long is Prisoner of Rio?+

Prisoner of Rio has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in Prisoner of Rio?+

Prisoner of Rio stars Steven Berkoff, Paul Freeman, Peter Firth, Florinda Bolkan and Desmond Llewelyn.

When did Prisoner of Rio come out?+

Prisoner of Rio is a 1988 movie directed by Lech Majewski.

What genre is Prisoner of Rio?+

Prisoner of Rio is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Prisoner of Rio?+

Prisoner of Rio was directed by Lech Majewski.