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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.

1981 7.0/10 community score 1h 39m Released
  • Action
  • Thriller
  • Science Fiction

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13 platforms currently listed across all viewing options

Data checked 18 Oct 2026, 17:57 UTC

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Free with ads

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