When was Escape from New York released?

Escape from New York was released on May 23, 1981.

Who directed Escape from New York?

Escape from New York was directed by John Carpenter.

Who is in the cast of Escape from New York?

The main cast of Escape from New York includes Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Isaac Hayes.

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Escape from New York

Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller
Released: 1981-05-23
Duration: 99 min
Cast: Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Isaac Hayes

1981

1h 39m

Science Fiction

Action

Thriller

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Released

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1981

Runtime

1h 39m

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Storyline

"1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane."

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.