Escape from New York (1981)

 ●  English ● 1 hr 39 mins

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In the near future, since crime is nearly uncontrollable, Manhattan city is converted into a maximum security prison. The president's plane is shot out of the air and right into the prison. Snake Plissken is charged with bringing the president safely.
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Did you know? Kurt Russell has said that this is his favorite of all his films, and Snake Plissken is his favorite of his characters. Read More
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Film Type:
Feature
Language:
English
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24 fps
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2.35:1
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Trivia:
Kurt Russel was the one to suggest that his character Snake Plissken wear an eyepatch.

Kurt Russell has said that this is his favorite of all his films, and Snake Plissken is his favorite of his characters.

The city set model was repainted and reused for Blade Runner (1982).