05/23/1981 (GB) • 1h 39m
1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.
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.
Includes Escape from New York, Escape from L.A.
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$6,000,000.00
Revenue
$50,244,700.00
Keywords
new york city
taxi
martial arts
street gang
usa president
war veteran
kidnapping
hostage
liberation of prisoners
gangster
dystopia
anti hero
post-apocalyptic future
wrestling
villain
attempt to escape
rescue mission
police operation
cyberpunk
urban setting
reluctant hero
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