Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Action, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 1981-05-23
Duration: 99 min
Rating: 7
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."

7.0 (3,463 votes) May 1981 1h 39m R

Action Science Fiction Thriller

Overview

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.

Budget $6M Box Office $50M

AVCO Embassy Pictures · Goldcrest · International Film Investors