Escape to Victory
1981, English. Directed by John Huston.
Now is the time for heroes.
A group of POWs in a German prison camp during World War II play the German National Soccer Team in this powerful film depicting the role of prisoners during wartime.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 1,057 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Escape to Victory
Escape to Victory is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- John HustonDirector
- Sylvester StalloneCaptain Robert Hatch
- Michael CaineCaptain John Colby
- Max von SydowMajor Karl von Steiner
- PeléCpl. Luis Fernandez, Brazil
- Daniel MasseyColonel Waldron
- Tim Pigott-SmithRose
- Maurice RoëvesPyrie
- Julian CurryShurlock
- Clive MerrisonThe Forger
- Bobby MooreTerry Brady, England
- Osvaldo ArdilesCarlos Rey, Argentina
- Paul Van HimstMichel Fileu, Belgium
Details
- Released
- 17 June 1981
- Country
- Italy, United States of America
- Written by
- Jeff Maguire, Yabo Yablonsky, Evan Jones
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $27M
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News & fan talk
What Escape to Victory is based on
Escape to Victory is based on Two Half Times in Hell, a 1961 film.
Film · 1961
Two Half Times in Hell
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Escape to Victory: quick answers
Is Escape to Victory worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 1,057 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Escape to Victory?
Escape to Victory runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does Escape to Victory have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Escape to Victory. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Escape to Victory parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Escape to Victory is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Escape to Victory on?
Escape to Victory is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Escape to Victory?
If you liked Escape to Victory, try The Match, The Great Escape, Desperate Journey.
Who directed Escape to Victory?
Escape to Victory (1981) was directed by John Huston and stars Sylvester Stallone, Michael Caine, Max von Sydow.
What is Escape to Victory based on?
Escape to Victory is based on Two Half Times in Hell, a 1961 film.