Information
Release DateMay 23, 1981
Runtime1h 39m
StatusReleased
Budget$6M
Revenue$50M
ProductionAVCO Embassy Pictures, Goldcrest + 3 more
LanguagesEnglish
7.1
3,300 votesPopularity4
Escape from New York
"1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane."
Synopsis
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.
Cast & Crew
Director
Featured Cast
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
