Series

The Prisoner

“No man is just a number.”

★ 7.7(208)19671h 0m1 season

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Good to know

Creator: Patrick McGoohan, George Markstein
Release date: 1967-09-29
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 17
Network: ITV1
Status: Ended
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Everyman Films

The Prisoner — trailer

About The Prisoner

The Prisoner is a 1967 web series in the Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Mystery genres, created by Patrick McGoohan and George Markstein, starring Patrick McGoohan. It spans 1 season and 17 episodes, and originally aired on ITV1. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 208 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Prisoner in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After resigning, a secret agent is abducted and taken to what looks like an idyllic village, but is really a bizarre Kafkaesque prison. His warders demand information. He gives them nothing, but only tries to escape.

Seasons (1)

Series 117 eps · 1967

Cast

Patrick McGoohan

Number Six

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Prisoner in Japan?+

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

Is The Prisoner on Netflix?+

The Prisoner is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How many seasons of The Prisoner are there?+

The Prisoner has 1 season and 17 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Prisoner?+

The Prisoner stars Patrick McGoohan.

When did The Prisoner come out?+

The Prisoner is a 1967 web series created by Patrick McGoohan and George Markstein.

What genre is The Prisoner?+

The Prisoner is Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Mystery series.

Who created The Prisoner?+

The Prisoner was created by Patrick McGoohan and George Markstein.