Great Escape (2004)

11/16/2004 (US) • Documentary, History

Overview

The real Great Escape didn't feature Steve McQueen racing through the Third Reich on a motorcycle like in the 1963 movie, but the big breakout was still thrilling in every way. This program sheds new light on the audacious escape of 76 Allied airmen from a Nazi POW camp during World War II.

Great Escape (2004)

11/16/2004 (US)

Documentary, History

Overview

The real Great Escape didn't feature Steve McQueen racing through the Third Reich on a motorcycle like in the 1963 movie, but the big breakout was still thrilling in every way. This program sheds new light on the audacious escape of 76 Allied airmen from a Nazi POW camp during World War II.

Top Billed Cast

Narrator

Robert Krulwich

Himself - Reporter

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

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Keywords

escape

germany

world war ii

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