Film · 1981

Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Action, Adventure, Science fiction
Released: 1981-07-10
Duration: 99 min
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Harry Dean Stanton

Directed by John Carpenter · starring Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef and Ernest Borgnine

1 h 39 min
15
Action · Adventure · Science fiction
USA

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Synopsis

Kurt Russell (Stargate) stars in a high-velocity sci-fi action-thriller from director John Carpenter (co-written by Nick Castle) that sets the screen ablaze with heart-stopping suspense, outrageous stunts and imaginative special effects.

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The essentials

Runtime: 99 min1 hour and 39 minutes
Budget: $6mGoldcrest Pictures
Rating: 15Suitable only for 15 years and over

How long is Escape from New York?: 1 hour and 39 minutes (99 minutes).
Who directed Escape from New York?: John Carpenter.
Who is in Escape from New York?: It stars Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine and Donald Pleasence.
Where can I watch Escape from New York?: In the UK you can watch it with a channel on Prime Video.