Quick overview
Escape from Alcatraz (1979) puts the genre vibe front and center, aiming for clarity, momentum, and a clean payoff. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Clint Eastwood, Patrick McGoohan, and Roberts Blossom—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 3.5/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Escape from Alcatraz (1979)
Pabėgimas iš Alkatraso, Flukten fra Alcatraz, Evadare din Alcatraz, Fuga de Alcatraz, 逃出亞卡拉, La fuga de Alcatraz-
Released: June 22, 1979
Runtime: 113 min
: 3.499/10 from 3101 votes
San Francisco Bay, January 18, 1960. Frank Lee Morris is transferred to Alcatraz, a maximum security prison located on a rocky island. Although no one has ever managed to escape from there, Frank and other inmates begin to carefully prepare an escape plan.
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