Escape from New York
1981, English. Directed by John Carpenter.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Escape from New York is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- John CarpenterDirector
- Kurt RussellSnake Plissken
- Lee Van CleefPolice Commissioner Bob Hauk
- Ernest BorgnineCabbie
- Donald PleasencePresident of the United States
- Isaac HayesThe Duke of New York
- Season HubleyGirl in Chock Full O'Nuts
- Harry Dean StantonHarold 'Brain' Helman
- Adrienne BarbeauMaggie
- Tom AtkinsRehme
- Charles CyphersSecretary of State
- Frank DoubledayRomero
- John StrobelCronenberg
Details
- Released
- 23 May 1981
- Country
- United Kingdom, Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- John Carpenter, Nick Castle
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $50M
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Escape from New York: quick answers
What comes after Escape from New York?
Next in the series: Escape from L.A. (1996).
Is Escape from New York worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 3,729 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Escape from New York?
Escape from New York runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Escape from New York have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Escape from New York. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Escape from New York parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Escape from New York is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Escape from New York on?
Escape from New York is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Escape from New York?
If you liked Escape from New York, try Escape from L.A., No Escape, Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
Who directed Escape from New York?
Escape from New York (1981) was directed by John Carpenter and stars Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine.