Escape from New York

Escape from New York

"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.

Overview

Release Date
May 23, 1981
Original Title
Escape from New York
Runtime
99 minutes
Budget
$6,000,000
Revenue
$50,244,700
Language
en
Production Companies
AVCO Embassy Pictures, Goldcrest, International Film Investors, City Films, Taurus Film
Production Countries
United Kingdom, Germany, United States of America