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Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 1981-05-23
Duration: 99 min
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.

1981 1h 39m 7.0 rated Action, Thriller, Science Fiction

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.

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Starring

Kurt Russell Snake Plissken

Lee Van Cleef Police Commissioner Bob Hauk

Ernest Borgnine Cabbie

Donald Pleasence President of the United States

Isaac Hayes The Duke of New York

Season Hubley Girl in Chock Full O'Nuts

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Director

John Carpenter

Studios

AVCO Embassy Pictures, Goldcrest Films International, International Film Investors, City Films, Taurus Film

Release

1981-05-23

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Escape from New York is a 1981 movie in the Action, Thriller, Science Fiction space directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine. Use this page to watch the trailer, check cast and production details, save it to your lists, or jump to where it is available to watch.