The Escapist
"5 Men. 4 Walls. 1 Plan."
Originally released in 2008. The Escapist is a action/thriller film. directed by Rupert Wyatt.
Starring Brian Cox, Damian Lewis, and Joseph Fiennes
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 20, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (260 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Picture Farm
- Parallel Film Productions
- Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Escapist about?
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...
Who directed The Escapist?
The Escapist was directed by Rupert Wyatt.
How long is The Escapist?
The Escapist has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was The Escapist released?
The Escapist was released on June 20, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Escapist?
The main cast of The Escapist includes Brian Cox, Damian Lewis, Joseph Fiennes, Seu Jorge, Liam Cunningham.
Is The Escapist worth watching?
The Escapist has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 260 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.