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Escape from Alcatraz (1979)

"No one has ever escaped from Alcatraz… and no one ever will!"

7.519791h 53mEN
DramaThriller

Directed by Don Siegel

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 53m

Language

EN

Release

June 22, 1979

Director

Don Siegel

Official Trailer

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Overview

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.

Cast

Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood

Frank Morris

Patrick McGoohan

Patrick McGoohan

Warden

Roberts Blossom

Roberts Blossom

Doc

Jack Thibeau

Jack Thibeau

Clarence Anglin

Fred Ward

Fred Ward

John Anglin

Paul Benjamin

Paul Benjamin

English

Larry Hankin

Larry Hankin

Charley Butts

Bruce M. Fischer

Bruce M. Fischer

Wolf

Frank Ronzio

Frank Ronzio

Litmus

Fred Stuthman

Fred Stuthman

Johnson

David Cryer

David Cryer

Wagner

Hank Brandt

Hank Brandt

Associate Warden

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Escape from Alcatraz (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Escape from Alcatraz. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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