1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.
1981 · R · 1h 39m · Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Genres: Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
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.
Director: John Carpenter
Writers: Nick Castle, John Carpenter
Music by: Alan Howarth, John Carpenter
Cinematography: Dean Cundey
Editor: Todd C. Ramsay
Box office: $50M · Budget: $6M · Rated 7/10 by 3591 viewers
Part of the Escape From ... franchise.