1981 • 1h 39m
70%
“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”
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.
Action
Thriller
Science Fiction
Release Date
5/23/1981
Status
Released
Original Title
Escape from New York
Runtime
1h 39m
Budget
$6,000,000
Revenue
$50,244,700
Language
EN
Production Companies
AVCO Embassy Pictures
Goldcrest
International Film Investors
City Films
Taurus Film
