---
title: "The One That Got Away"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-that-got-away-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 64735
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 111
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The One That Got Away (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-that-got-away-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The One That Got Away is a 1957 war and drama film directed and categorized under the war and drama genres, with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes. It explores historical events related to the Second World War.

The film holds cultural significance as a cinematic adaptation of the true story of Oberleutnant Franz von Werra, capturing the historical account of the only German prisoner of war captured in Britain to successfully escape back to Germany.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the true story of the only German prisoner of war to escape Britain during World War Two."

### Why Watch
- It is based on the true story of Oberleutnant Franz von Werra.
- It chronicles a rare successful escape by a German prisoner of war captured in Britain.
- It offers a historical drama and war film experience with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers looking for genres outside of war and drama may not find it engaging.
- Tone & Suitability: This is a war and drama film with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes, suitable for audiences interested in historical narratives.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #based-on-a-true-story, #world-war-ii, #prisoner-of-war, #historical-drama, #escape-story

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-that-got-away-1957#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Roy Ward Baker
- **Networks / Studios**: Julian Wintle Productions, The Rank Organisation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hardy Krüger** as *Franz von Werra*
- **Colin Gordon** as *Army Interrogator*
- **Michael Goodliffe** as *R.A.F. Interrogator*
- **Terence Alexander** as *R.A.F. Intelligence Officer*
- **Jack Gwillim** as *Commandant, Grizedale*
- **Andrew Faulds** as *Lieutenant, Grizedale*
- **Julian Somers** as *Booking Clerk*
- **Alec McCowen** as *Duty Officer, Hucknall*
- **Harry Lockart** as *German Prisoner*
- **Robert Crewdson** as *German Prisoner*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The One That Got Away (1957)?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database where the film is listed.

### Q: Is The One That Got Away worth watching?
It is worth watching if you appreciate historical war dramas based on the true story of Oberleutnant Franz von Werra.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film is classified under the war and drama genres.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The One That Got Away — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/64735)

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