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The Escape Artist

The Escape Artist

The remarkable story of an unusual boy who takes on the world...and wins.

The young and self-confident Danny bluffs at the local police-station that he will escape from prison within an hour. What follows is a flashback showing his childhood with his uncle and aunt, who are 'vaudeville'-artists themselves.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Escape Artist
  • Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1982-05-28
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (19 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $143,369
  • Production Companies: American Zoetrope
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.5114
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Raúl Juliá

Raúl Juliá

as Stu Quiñones

Griffin O'Neal

Griffin O'Neal

as Danny Masters

Desi Arnaz

Desi Arnaz

as Mayor Leon Quiñones

Teri Garr

Teri Garr

as Arlene

Joan Hackett

Joan Hackett

as Aunt Sibyl

Gabriel Dell

Gabriel Dell

as Uncle Burke

John P. Ryan

John P. Ryan

as Vernon

E. G. Daily

E. G. Daily

as Sandra

M. Emmet Walsh

M. Emmet Walsh

as Fritz

Jackie Coogan

Jackie Coogan

as Magic Shop Owner

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Escape Artist trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Escape Artist?

The Escape Artist is a Comedy, Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1982-05-28.

Who are the main actors in The Escape Artist?

The main cast includes Raúl Juliá, Griffin O'Neal, Desi Arnaz, Teri Garr, Joan Hackett, .

Where can I watch The Escape Artist online?

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

Is The Escape Artist based on a true story?

The remarkable story of an unusual boy who takes on the world...and wins.

What is the IMDb rating of The Escape Artist?

The Escape Artist has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 19 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Escape Artist?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $143,369 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Escape Artist?

The soundtrack was composed by American Zoetrope. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Escape Artist filmed?

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

How long is The Escape Artist?

The total runtime of The Escape Artist is 94 minutes.

Is The Escape Artist suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Escape Artist?

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

Does The Escape Artist have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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