Escape from New York(1981)
“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”
Overview
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.
Director
John Carpenter
Studio
AVCO Embassy Pictures
Budget
$6M
Revenue
$50M
Cast
Kurt Russell
as Snake Plissken
Lee Van Cleef
as Police Commissioner Bob Hauk
Ernest Borgnine
as Cabbie
Donald Pleasence
as President of the United States
Isaac Hayes
as The Duke of New York
Season Hubley
as Girl in Chock Full O'Nuts
Harry Dean Stanton
as Harold 'Brain' Helman
Adrienne Barbeau
as Maggie
Tom Atkins
as Rehme
Charles Cyphers
as Secretary of State
Frank Doubleday
as Romero
John Strobel
as Cronenberg
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1981
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$6M
Box Office
$50M
Production Companies
AVCO Embassy Pictures • Goldcrest • International Film Investors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Escape from New York?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Escape from New York (1981).
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.
Who directed Escape from New York?▼
Escape from New York was directed by John Carpenter and released in 1981. It is a action, thriller, science fiction film.
How long is Escape from New York?▼
Escape from New York has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
Who stars in Escape from New York?▼
The cast of Escape from New York includes Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken, Lee Van Cleef as Police Commissioner Bob Hauk, Ernest Borgnine as Cabbie, Donald Pleasence as President of the United States, Isaac Hayes as The Duke of New York and more.
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