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Film · Released
Escape from New York
“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”
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Escape from New York at a glance
Escape from New York is a 1981 action and thriller film, running 1h 39m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1981-05-23
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
- Director
- John Carpenter
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.0 / 10 · 3,722 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.
Cast
14 names
Kurt RussellSnake Plissken
Lee Van CleefPolice Commissioner Bob Hauk
Ernest BorgnineCabbie
Donald PleasencePresident of the United States
Isaac HayesThe Duke of New York
Season HubleyGirl in Chock Full O'Nuts
Harry Dean StantonHarold 'Brain' Helman
Adrienne BarbeauMaggie
Tom AtkinsRehme
Charles CyphersSecretary of State
Frank DoubledayRomeroJohn StrobelCronenberg
George Buck FlowerDrunk
John CothranGypsy #1Questions about Escape from New York
Quick answersWhere can I watch Escape from New York in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Escape from New York is listed on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Escape from New York suitable for children?
Escape from New York is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Escape from New York on PelisPlus UK?
Escape from New York has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is Escape from New York about?
In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.
How long is Escape from New York?
Escape from New York runs for 1h 39m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Escape from New York trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Official Trailer #2 without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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