Escape from New York (1981)
Escape from New York is a 1981 action movie directed by John Carpenter, with a running time of 1h 39m. It stars Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef and Ernest Borgnine.
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.
Quick answers
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.
When was Escape from New York released?
Escape from New York was released on 23 May 1981.
How long is Escape from New York?
Escape from New York runs 1h 39m.
Who made Escape from New York?
Escape from New York was directed by John Carpenter.
Where can I watch Escape from New York?
Escape from New York is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Criterion Channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Philo and YouTube TV.
Where to watch Escape from New York
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Criterion Channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV
Watch free with ads: Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, The Roku Channel, Xumo Play
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Official site
https://www.mgm.com/#/our-titles/608/ESCAPE-FROM-NEW-YORK,-JOHN-CARPENTER%E2%80%99S
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