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The Escapist

The Escapist

5 Men. 4 Walls. 1 Plan.

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Escapist
  • Genres: Action, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2008-06-20
  • Runtime: 102 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (242 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Picture Farm, Parallel Film Productions, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.2253
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Brian Cox

Brian Cox

as Frank Perry

Damian Lewis

Damian Lewis

as Rizza

Joseph Fiennes

Joseph Fiennes

as Lenny Drake

Seu Jorge

Seu Jorge

as Viv Batista

Liam Cunningham

Liam Cunningham

as Brodie

Dominic Cooper

Dominic Cooper

as Lacey

Stephen Farrelly

Stephen Farrelly

as Two Ton

Steven Mackintosh

Steven Mackintosh

as Tony

Ned Dennehy

Ned Dennehy

as Jumpy Con

Paul Vaughan

Paul Vaughan

as Prison Tannoy Voice (voice)

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Trailers & Clips

THE ESCAPIST - Official Trailer - IFC Films

External Links

Keywords

prison escapeescaped convict

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Escapist?

The Escapist is a Action, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2008-06-20.

Who are the main actors in The Escapist?

The main cast includes Brian Cox, Damian Lewis, Joseph Fiennes, Seu Jorge, Liam Cunningham, .

Where can I watch The Escapist online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Escapist is available.

Is The Escapist based on a true story?

5 Men. 4 Walls. 1 Plan.

What is the IMDb rating of The Escapist?

The Escapist has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 242 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Escapist?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Escapist?

The soundtrack was composed by Picture Farm, Parallel Film Productions, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Escapist filmed?

The Escapist was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Escapist?

The total runtime of The Escapist is 102 minutes.

Is The Escapist suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Escapist?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Escapist.

Does The Escapist have a post-credit scene?

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