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MyCinema has not rated The Escapist for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action and thriller film. It is rated NR in the United States.

Where can I watch The Escapist in the US?

The Escapist streams on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy, and can be rented from Apple TV Store in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is The Escapist?

The Escapist runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Is The Escapist suitable for kids?

The Escapist is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.

TMDB20081h 42mAction / Thriller

The Escapist

Name: The Escapist
Genre: Action, Thriller
Released: 2008-06-20
Duration: 102 min

5 Men. 4 Walls. 1 Plan.

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 272 votes

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The Escapist at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 42m

At 1h 42m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Thriller

TMDB files it under action and thriller.

US availability

6 subscriptions · 1 free · 1 to rent · 1 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, and 3 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy. Listed to rent from 1 store. Listed to buy from 1 store.

TMDB audience score

6.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 272 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Escapist tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 42m.
It is included with Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 272 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Is The Escapist scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Escapist for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action and thriller film. It is rated NR in the United States.
Where can I watch The Escapist in the US?: The Escapist streams on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy, and can be rented from Apple TV Store in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Escapist?: The Escapist runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Is The Escapist suitable for kids?: The Escapist is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.

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