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The Prisoner

Cardinal arrested for treason against the state, despite being a revered Prince of the Church and a celebrated hero for his courageous resistance against the Nazis during and after World War II.

A high-ranking church official is imprisoned for treason, despite being a hero for his people's resistance against the Nazis and a subsequent totalitarian regime. His interrogator uses psychological manipulation and physical torture to try and extract a false confession, but the prisoner remains steadfast, refusing to weaken even under intense pressure.

Info about The Prisoner

Studio(s): Facet Productions, London Independent Producers

Originally Released: United States, Apr 19, 1955

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Drama