The Spanish Prisoner
1997, English. Directed by David Mamet.
It's the oldest con in the book.
An inventor of a secret process suddenly finds himself alone as both his friends and the corporation he works for turn against him.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 328 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Spanish Prisoner
The Spanish Prisoner is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 December 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Mamet
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $14M
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The Spanish Prisoner: quick answers
Is The Spanish Prisoner worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 328 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Spanish Prisoner?
The Spanish Prisoner runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The Spanish Prisoner have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Spanish Prisoner. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Spanish Prisoner parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Spanish Prisoner is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Spanish Prisoner on?
The Spanish Prisoner is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Spanish Prisoner?
If you liked The Spanish Prisoner, try The Caveman's Valentine, Obsession, Remember.
Who directed The Spanish Prisoner?
The Spanish Prisoner (1997) was directed by David Mamet and stars Steve Martin, Campbell Scott, Ben Gazzara.