Escape from New York

Name: Escape from New York
Genre: Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 1981-05-23
Duration: 99 min
Rating: 7.0

“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”

7.0 / 10 (3,656 votes)

Overview

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.

Release Date May 23, 1981

Runtime 99 min

Genres Action, Thriller, Science Fiction

Status Released

Budget $6,000,000

Box Office $50,244,700

Trailers & Videos

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ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK | A Video Essay by Billie Jean of Video Nasty Presents | [HD] with Subtitles

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Escape From New York (1981) Interview with Photographer Kim Gottlieb-Walker

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Escape From New York (1981) Unit Supervisor/Matte Artist Robert Skotak Talks Visual Effects HD

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Escape From New York (2/2) Under Siege on Broadway (1981) HD

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Escape From New York (1/2) Snake On The Run (1981) HD

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