---
title: "Captain"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/captain-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 459952
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 144
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Captain (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/captain-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Captain is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Goodwill Entertainments. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A determined Indian footballer battles the highs and lows of his sporting dream."

### Why Watch
- Shows the gritty reality of a footballer's career
- Highlights personal perseverance amid setbacks
- Offers an inspiring underdog story

### Caveats & Content Note
- At 2h24m the runtime may feel lengthy for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teen and adult audiences; it presents realistic sports drama themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: sports, drama, inspirational

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/captain-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Prajesh Sen
- **Networks / Studios**: Goodwill Entertainments

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jayasurya** as *V P Sathyan*
- **Anu Sithara** as *Anitha Sathyan*
- **Siddique** as *Maithanam*
- **Renji Panicker** as *Coach Jaffer*
- **Deepak Parambol** as *Sharaffali*
- **Nirmal Palazhi** as *Kittan*
- **Thalaivasal Vijay** as *DySP Rajashekaran*
- **Mammootty** as *Self*
- **Nilja K. Baby** as *Anitha's Friend*
- **Advaith Jayasurya** as *Young V P Sathyan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What sport does the film focus on?
The story centers on professional football (soccer) in India.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The film follows V P Sathyan, a professional Indian footballer.

### Q: What genre is the film?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and twenty‑four minutes.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
In India it carries a UA rating, indicating suitability for teens and adults.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Captain — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/459952)
- [Captain America (film, 1990) – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_America_(film,_1990))
- [Captain Video (2018) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/664514-captain-video/prehled/)
- [Captain - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain)
- [Captain Marvel (2019) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/147326-captain-marvel)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*