MOVIE

Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Director: John Carpenter
Genre: Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 1981-05-23
Cast: Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Isaac Hayes

1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.

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.

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 pre… + more

Release Date

1981-05-23

Year

1981

Duration

1h 39m

Status

Released

Score

7.05

Genres

Action Thriller Science Fiction

Production

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