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Captain America

1979, English. Directed by Rod Holcomb.

Sentinel of Liberty

Artist Steve Rogers is nearly murdered by spies, seeking his late father's national secrets. He is saved during surgery via a secret formula; this serum not only heals him but also gives him fantastic strength and lightning reflexes. To help solve the mystery behind his father’s murder and bring those guilty to justice, a government agency equips him with a special motorcycle loaded with gadgets and an indestructible shield. Now armed, he battles against the nation's enemies as the Sentinel of Liberty, Captain America.

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Runtime
1h 37m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
NR

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Captain America isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.

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Released
19 January 1979
Country
United States of America
Written by
Don Ingalls, Chester Krumholz
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What Captain America is based on

Captain America is based on Captain America, a comic by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby.

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What comes after Captain America?

Next in the series: Captain America II: Death Too Soon (1979).

Is Captain America worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 3.9/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Captain America?

Captain America runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).

Does Captain America have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Captain America. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Captain America parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Captain America is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Captain America on?

Captain America isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like Captain America?

If you liked Captain America, try Spider-Man Strikes Back, Superman: The Last Son of Krypton, Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United.

Who directed Captain America?

Captain America (1979) was directed by Rod Holcomb and stars Reb Brown, Len Birman, Heather Menzies.

What is Captain America based on?

Captain America is based on Captain America, a comic by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby.

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