Escape from New York (1981)
In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- John Carpenter
Writing:
- John Carpenter
- Nick Castle
Stars:
Release Date: 1981-05-23
7.1/10
7.1/10
- Country: GB, US
- Language: English
- Runtime: 99
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $50,244,700
Snake Plissken
Harold 'Brain' Helman
Maggie
Rehme
Secretary of State
The Duke of New York
Police Commissioner Bob Hauk
Drunk
Romero
Gypsy #1
President of the United States
Cabbie
Girl in Chock Full O'Nuts
Secret Service #2 / Helicopter Pilot / Violin Player
Narrator / Prison Recording Voice (uncredited)
Gypsy #1
Dancer
Stewardess
Secret Service #2
Pianist
Computer (voice)
Slag
Taylor
Gypsy #2
Controller
Punk
