Eskapo (1995): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1995, Eskapo is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Chito S. Roño, running about 117 minutes. “The Sergio Osmena-Geny Lopez Story” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Set during the terrifying reign of Filipino despot, Marcos, two upper caste but very different strangers team up to try and survive the physical and mental torture they undergo after they are suddenly jailed. Geny is the conservative businessman while Serge is more sensitive and outgoing. Both of the young men's parents give all of their money, but the government refuses to free them. Even a mutual hunger strike fails to move their jailers. In desperation, Geny and Serge begin plotting their escape.

Who’s in it. Eskapo stars Christopher de Leon as Geny Lopez, Jr., Richard Gomez as Serge Osmena III, Dina Bonnevie as Chita Lopez and Ricky Davao as Atty. Jake Almeda-Lopez, among others.

Where to watch. In USA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eskapo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Eskapo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.