Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Science Fiction, Action
Released: 1981-05-23
Rating: 3.8212
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.

Summary

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.

Details

Release Date: May 23, 1981

Runtime: 99 minutes

Genres: Science Fiction, Action

Original Language: EN

Rating: ⭐ 7.1/10 (3363 votes)

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Escape from New York
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