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The Captain
Fergus, a retired sea captain, is placed under house arrest after robbing his local newsagent on a mobility scooter. While confined to his home, he strikes up an unlikely friendship with his Greek caregiver.
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Fergus, a retired sea captain, is placed under house arrest after robbing his local newsagent on a mobility scooter. While confined to his home, he strikes up an unlikely friendship with his Greek caregiver.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Jamie Patterson
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Runtime:85 minutes
Studio:Jump Start Productions
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