The Escapist (2008)
Movie 1h 42m ★ 6.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline
The Escapist is an action and thriller movie from 2008. It is directed by Rupert Wyatt. The cast includes Liam Cunningham, Steven Mackintosh and Brian Cox. The running time is 1h 42m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.2 out of 10.
Synopsis
Frank Perry is an institutionalized convict twelve years into a life sentence without parole. When his estranged daughter falls ill, he is determined to make peace with her before it's too late. He develops an ingenious escape plan, and recruits a dysfunctional band of escapists - misfits with a mutual dislike for one other but united by their desire to escape their hell hole of an existence.
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Cast & crew
- Rupert WyattDirector
- Liam Cunninghamas Brodie
- Steven Mackintoshas Tony
- Brian Coxas Frank Perry
- Dominic Cooperas Lacey
- Ned Dennehyas Jumpy Con
- Conor McGregor
- Joseph Fiennesas Lenny Drake
- Damian Lewisas Rizza
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Questions about The Escapist
- What genre is The Escapist?
- The Escapist is categorised as Action, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Escapist?
- Liam Cunningham, Steven Mackintosh, Brian Cox, Dominic Cooper, Ned Dennehy appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Escapist?
- Rupert Wyatt directed The Escapist.
- How long is The Escapist?
- The Escapist runs for 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- Is The Escapist worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Escapist?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
