Escape from New York
1981
Movie Information
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.
Release Date
May 23, 1981
Director
John Carpenter
Runtime
1h 39m
Cast
Kurt RussellLee Van CleefErnest BorgnineDonald PleasenceIsaac HayesSeason HubleyHarry Dean StantonAdrienne BarbeauTom AtkinsCharles Cyphers
Production
AVCO Embassy PicturesGoldcrestInternational Film InvestorsCity FilmsTaurus Film
Genres
Science FictionAction