The Escapist(2008)
“5 Men. 4 Walls. 1 Plan.”
Overview
Frank Perry is an institutionalized convict twelve years into a life sentence without parole. When his estranged daughter falls ill, he is determined to make peace with her before it's too late. He develops an ingenious escape plan, and recruits a dysfunctional band of escapists - misfits with a mutual dislike for one other but united by their desire to escape their hell hole of an existence.
Director
Rupert Wyatt
Studio
Picture Farm
Cast
Brian Cox
as Frank Perry
Damian Lewis
as Rizza
Joseph Fiennes
as Lenny Drake
Seu Jorge
as Viv Batista
Liam Cunningham
as Brodie
Dominic Cooper
as Lacey
Stephen Farrelly
as Two Ton
Steven Mackintosh
as Tony
Ned Dennehy
as Jumpy Con
Paul Vaughan
as Prison Tannoy Voice (voice)
Jack Walsh
as Sikes
Conor McGregor
as Prisoner (uncredited)
Where to Watch
Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
1h 42m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Production Companies
Picture Farm • Parallel Film Productions • Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
You Might Also Like
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Escapist?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Escapist (2008).
What is The Escapist about?▼
Frank Perry is an institutionalized convict twelve years into a life sentence without parole. When his estranged daughter falls ill, he is determined to make peace with her before it's too late. He develops an ingenious escape plan, and recruits a dysfunctional band of escapists - misfits with a mutual dislike for one other but united by their desire to escape their hell hole of an existence.
Who directed The Escapist?▼
The Escapist was directed by Rupert Wyatt and released in 2008. It is a action, thriller film.
How long is The Escapist?▼
The Escapist has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
Who stars in The Escapist?▼
The cast of The Escapist includes Brian Cox as Frank Perry, Damian Lewis as Rizza, Joseph Fiennes as Lenny Drake, Seu Jorge as Viv Batista, Liam Cunningham as Brodie and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.