A Narrow Escape (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 1994, A Narrow Escape is a drama film directed by Godfrey Ho, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. During the shut down and destruction of the Japanese test camp Squadron 731 in Manchuria, a soldier becomes infected with a virus developed during the camp's testing and risks spreading it into Japan on the train ride home.
Who’s in it. A Narrow Escape stars Jimmy Au Shui-Wai as Kasai Yamada, Robert Mak as Ilo Shinshima, Debbie Cheung Jing as Saeko Matsushita and Kang Chu as Japanese Officer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, A Narrow Escape has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Narrow Escape page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Narrow Escape tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Narrow Escape (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Narrow Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Narrow Escape worth watching?
- A Narrow Escape holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Narrow Escape?
- A Narrow Escape stars Jimmy Au Shui-Wai, Robert Mak, Debbie Cheung Jing, Kang Chu and Yueqiao Han.
- When was A Narrow Escape released?
- A Narrow Escape was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.